Can i get a rhinoplasty even though i have Ehlers-Danlos syndrome? And how do i find a surgeon that specializes in ehler danlos to proceed with a nose job
Answer: Ehlers-Danlos Hi!As you know, Ehlers Danlos can have an impact on the connective tissue causing laxity. I've done a nasal surgery on a patient with Ehlers-Danlos and generally speaking, a rhinoplasty can be performed. The risk of bleeding is slightly higher in patients with Ehlers-Danlos and longer acting sutures may be used to "quilt" the septum with a need for splints after surgery. Moreover, a closed or endonasal rhinoplasty may be the preferred approach to reduce the risk of a widened scar on the columella. All of this should be discussed with your surgeon at the time of consultation. Hope that helps!
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Answer: Ehlers-Danlos Hi!As you know, Ehlers Danlos can have an impact on the connective tissue causing laxity. I've done a nasal surgery on a patient with Ehlers-Danlos and generally speaking, a rhinoplasty can be performed. The risk of bleeding is slightly higher in patients with Ehlers-Danlos and longer acting sutures may be used to "quilt" the septum with a need for splints after surgery. Moreover, a closed or endonasal rhinoplasty may be the preferred approach to reduce the risk of a widened scar on the columella. All of this should be discussed with your surgeon at the time of consultation. Hope that helps!
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May 16, 2023
Answer: Elective surgery in E-D syndrome patients There are many varieties of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome by maens of complexity, as well as expected response to surgcal injury. They all carrie increased risk in wound healing and scar formation, which may not be so much an issue when it comes to nose surgery. However, based on this single photo, you may not need very agressive rhinoplasty and for theat reason you may be acceptable candidate for nose surgery? In person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with good reputation in rhinoplasty, is recommended. Good luck.
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May 16, 2023
Answer: Elective surgery in E-D syndrome patients There are many varieties of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome by maens of complexity, as well as expected response to surgcal injury. They all carrie increased risk in wound healing and scar formation, which may not be so much an issue when it comes to nose surgery. However, based on this single photo, you may not need very agressive rhinoplasty and for theat reason you may be acceptable candidate for nose surgery? In person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with good reputation in rhinoplasty, is recommended. Good luck.
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May 14, 2023
Answer: Rhinoplasty The ehlers Danlos will make no difference in the approach to rhinoplasty. A good rhinoplasty surgeon will be able to do a good job for you.
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May 14, 2023
Answer: Rhinoplasty The ehlers Danlos will make no difference in the approach to rhinoplasty. A good rhinoplasty surgeon will be able to do a good job for you.
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January 11, 2024
Answer: EDS patients While Ehlers-Danlos syndrome poses unique considerations, it is not an absolute contraindication for rhinoplasty. In fact, EDS individuals are able to undergo a rhinoplasty successfully and the surgery can be performed safely and effectively as well.
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January 11, 2024
Answer: EDS patients While Ehlers-Danlos syndrome poses unique considerations, it is not an absolute contraindication for rhinoplasty. In fact, EDS individuals are able to undergo a rhinoplasty successfully and the surgery can be performed safely and effectively as well.
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