Abstract
In Asian countries, augmentation rhinoplasty is especially common, where alloplastic
implants are used much more commonly than autologous tissues. In rhinoplasty, such
artificial materials include silicone, expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE), porous
high-density polyethylene (pHDPE), and acellular human dermis. As the use of implants
has become increasingly common in rhinoplasty, more adverse effects such as infection,
extrusion, movement, irregularities, absorption, prolonged swelling, seroma, and contracture
have been recognized and reported in the literature. Surgeons should be able to recognize
these probable complications and manage them successfully. Early detection and prompt
management of the complication are essential for minimizing the severity of the deformity.
Proper management of complications is key for the success of dorsal augmentation using
alloplastic implants.
Keywords
complications - rhinoplasty - alloplast
