Complications after silicone-jel injection for augmentation of nose and its treatment
Abstract:Objective To observe various compications after silicone-jel injection for augmentation of nose and explore the suitable treatment. Methods Complete debridement was carried out and local irrigation was used with hydrogen peroxide or saline water containing antibiotic. Immediate rhinoplasty could be performed with particulate artificial bone(hydroxy apatite). Results From 1994 to April 2000, a total of 59 patients were operated on by this method with satisfactory results. The follow up is from 3 months to 5 years. Conclusion Silicone-jel injection is unsuitable for augmentaton of nose. Complete debridement is the only effective method for treatement of various complications.
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Publication Date:2001-01-01
Online Publishing Date:2025-08-15(First online date of this platform, not the publication date of the document)
Pages:3( 125-127 )
