Mesh is not commonly used in rhinoplasty, and is generally not recommended due to a number of issues and a higher level of risk compared to other materials.
Mesh is primarily used in other types of surgery, such as abdominal hernia surgery or pelvic organ prolapse surgery. For rhinoplasty, autologous cartilage, such as septal cartilage, ear cartilage, autologous costal cartilage, or donated costal cartilage, are typically used.
✅What problems can occur when mesh is used in rhinoplasty?
1. Risk of infection
Mesh carries a high risk of infection, especially when applied to pathogen-rich areas such as the nose. The inside of the nose is often exposed to bacteria and other pathogens, and since mesh is a foreign material, there is an increased risk of infection. Infection can cause serious complications that require additional treatment or surgery.
2. Rejection
The body may recognize the mesh as a foreign body and reject it. This can cause inflammation, pain, swelling, and skin rashes, and the mesh may need to be removed.
3. Tissue hardening
If a fibrotic reaction occurs in the tissue surrounding the mesh, the tissue may harden. This can damage the natural feel and flexibility of the nose and have a negative impact on its appearance.
4. Deformation of the insertion site
The mesh may move or deform over time. This means that the shape of the nose can change unexpectedly, which can lead to cosmetic problems or the need for additional surgery.
5. Changes in sensation after surgery
When mesh is used, the nose may feel harder or may have an abnormal sense of touch compared to when natural cartilage is used. This may cause surgical results to seem less natural.
6. Pain: The use of mesh can result in chronic pain. This is especially noticeable when the mesh is compressing a nerve or rubbing against surrounding tissue.
If a clinic recommends the use of PCL (mesh), which can cause negative side effects when used in nasal surgery, then please carefully consider your options.
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