What are the complications of autologous rhinoplasty?

Generally, autologous rhinoplasty may have aftereffects such as tenderness or pain upon pressure, nasal congestion, fluid accumulation, unnatural appearance, and rejection reactions. A detailed analysis is as follows:

1. Tenderness or Pain Upon Pressure

After autologous rhinoplasty, the soft tissues at the surgical incision site may be damaged, triggering an inflammatory response that leads to localized tissue edema and congestion, thereby causing tenderness or pain upon pressure. This tenderness or pressure pain typically occurs on the bridge of the nose or around the incision area and may be accompanied by mild redness, swelling, and warmth.

2. Nasal Congestion

Following autologous rhinoplasty, surgical trauma and the resulting inflammatory response may increase the permeability of capillaries within the nasal cavity, causing fluid exudation and accumulation inside the nasal passages. Additionally, postoperative swelling may compress the airway or mucous membranes, leading to nasal congestion.

3. Fluid Accumulation

After autologous rhinoplasty, surgical trauma may easily trigger an inflammatory response, increasing local capillary permeability and resulting in fluid leakage and accumulation around the surgical site, such as in the eyelids, cheeks, or the floor or lateral walls of the nasal cavity. Fluid accumulation may cause discomfort symptoms such as nasal congestion and rhinorrhea.

4. Unnatural Appearance

After autologous rhinoplasty, if the implant is improperly placed or individual patient factors lead to poor recovery, the nasal appearance may not meet expectations, manifesting as implant displacement or deviation, thus affecting aesthetic outcomes.

5. Rejection Reaction

Following autologous rhinoplasty, the body's immune system may recognize the transplanted tissue as foreign material, triggering a rejection reaction. This reaction typically presents with skin manifestations such as erythema and edema and may also involve systemic symptoms like fever and headache.

It is recommended to visit a正规 hospital and undergo autologous rhinoplasty under the guidance of a physician to ensure the effectiveness and safety of the procedure. Appropriate rest should be taken postoperatively, and touching the surgical site with hands should be avoided to reduce the risk of infection.