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Revision Septo-rhinoplasty at the Leicester Royal Infirmary with Dr Sudip Das. Leicester, GB
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I underwent my primary septo-rhinoplasty through...
ChrisopherJamesNovember 2, 2015
I underwent my primary septo-rhinoplasty through the NHS (July 2011) to fix my nose which was broken in an unprovoked attack by a gang. Mr Peter Conboy at my local hospital (LRI) undertook this and it was a complete disaster which left me with random fragments of bone trapped under my skin and a collapsed nose which I could not breathe out of! After 2 and half years of chronic pain and suicidal thoughts, I was offered a revision by a pleasant and experienced surgeon by the name of Mr Banerjee. I requested no turbinate surgery due to some of my friends having severe complications from this.
In a complex revision which took over 3 hours, Mr Banerjee used pieces of my septum to rebuild my nose and added support with large spreader grafts on both sides, a columella strut (between the nostrils) and medial crus (tip) grafts. It was an open procedure due to the complex nature of the operation.
I saw one of his colleagues to have the stitches removed and my cast taken off. He was VERY forceful when cleaning the residue off my nose, he explained that I could not clean it myself as I wouldn't be forceful enough!?? I felt my nose shift at this point and notice some bumps appear on the bridge, but my breathing was good so I took the rough with the smooth!
Over the months Mr Banerjee saw me twice to ensure it was healing well and was very pleasant, informative and supportive through out. My nose healed well, I breathed well and it looked great. A happy patient, a happy surgeon and a successful result.
I was referred to one of Mr Banerjees colleagues (Dr Sudip Das) for a review earlier this year and he was not so happy with the result. He decided to open a Cottle speculum in my right nostril while leaving one was half open in my left, and I have had horrendous problems ever since.
Mr Banerjee is a fantastic and highly experienced surgeon, but I would advise choosing your hospital wisely to avoid having his brilliant work destroyed!
In a complex revision which took over 3 hours, Mr Banerjee used pieces of my septum to rebuild my nose and added support with large spreader grafts on both sides, a columella strut (between the nostrils) and medial crus (tip) grafts. It was an open procedure due to the complex nature of the operation.
I saw one of his colleagues to have the stitches removed and my cast taken off. He was VERY forceful when cleaning the residue off my nose, he explained that I could not clean it myself as I wouldn't be forceful enough!?? I felt my nose shift at this point and notice some bumps appear on the bridge, but my breathing was good so I took the rough with the smooth!
Over the months Mr Banerjee saw me twice to ensure it was healing well and was very pleasant, informative and supportive through out. My nose healed well, I breathed well and it looked great. A happy patient, a happy surgeon and a successful result.
I was referred to one of Mr Banerjees colleagues (Dr Sudip Das) for a review earlier this year and he was not so happy with the result. He decided to open a Cottle speculum in my right nostril while leaving one was half open in my left, and I have had horrendous problems ever since.
Mr Banerjee is a fantastic and highly experienced surgeon, but I would advise choosing your hospital wisely to avoid having his brilliant work destroyed!
Replies (18)
December 30, 2015
I am sorry to hear the cottle speculum has caused problems with the original good result. I understand that Lucien Ion and Julian de Silva are excellent with complicated rhinoplasty revisions. It maybe worth a consultation with either of these surgeons who are both based in London. I do hope you get the problem resolved.
February 18, 2016
why could not Dr. Anil Banerjee remove the stitches and cast?
February 18, 2016
Good question, and I don't know. Why did he let one of his team perform a further surgery during a routine checkup? Again, I don't know. It's an NHS hospital and nobody there seems to have any time for their patients. I am 38 years old and left with a nose I can neither breathe out of nor bare to look at! :(
February 19, 2016
This is so unfortunate. Dr Banerjee saved my nose after after two awful surgeries. Have you been able to get back in touch with him ? After my awful results (before Banerjee) I made a report to the hospital and they financed my final op .
February 20, 2016
Yes, and his loyalty appears to be with the member of his team who destroyed my nose! :( Where did you have your first 2 surgeries and who with?
February 21, 2016
I had all my surgeries at Spires Leicester - the first two with Jonathon Hayter. I would contact the hospital that you had it under. After issuing a complaint and getting in touch with the manager of Spires I had two meetings, they were so understanding and offered to fund a revision with a surgeon of my choice.
February 21, 2016
I have, and they have denied everything. They initially told me that my nose 'looked great' and there was 'no apparent damage'. I have since had the multiple deformities comfirmed by another surgeon and also showed them photographic evidence of the damage that their doctor has caused. They are now trying to blame the damage on a nasal fracture that I sustained 7 years ago!
February 22, 2016
I had much the same response. They'll pay much more attention if you issue a formal complaint and contact a medical negligence lawyer. I wouldn't give up if I was you , pursuing it was the best thing I did.
July 1, 2016
Wow, 2 cottle speculums at once?! They always use them in my check-ups but it doesn't make any sense why he'd use two at the same time. Sorry to hear that you're dealing with that. Best wishes to you!
July 1, 2016
I think you're mixing them up with the Thudicum's speculum which is commonly used during check-ups? Cottle speculums are surgical instruments with blades that go deep inside the nose. He used these to crush my septum and inferior turbinate tissue and bone. The procedure is called a septoturbinotomy, when performed correctly.
Thank you so much for sharing on RealSelf! I'm sorry about your attack, but so glad you were able to have our nose fixed. It looks great and breathing well must be a huge relief!
Oh, sorry. I guess I misunderstood. Can the damage be reversed?
Gah! Please keep us posted!
I'm not. I also don't have the knowledge to. You might want to look into finding a very experienced board certified revision rhinoplasty specialist, though.