Adult Knowledge About Postoperative Complications of Rhinoplasty in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia

Abstract

BackgroundRhinoplasty, a prevalent cosmetic surgical procedure worldwide, is not exempt from associated risks and complications, as with any other surgery. In light of the surging demand for rhinoplasty amongst young adults, it is imperative to acknowledge that the procedure can engender various complications that can be classified as either early or late complications. Examples of early complications include epistaxis and periorbital ecchymosis, while late complications may manifest as enophthalmos or septal perforation. The present study endeavors to gauge the knowledge of rhinoplasty complications among adult residents of the Western region of Saudi Arabia. MethodsTo achieve the research objectives, a cross-sectional study design was implemented, utilizing a selfadministered online questionnaire. The study targeted male and female adults aged 18 years and above residing in the Western region of Saudi Arabia. The questionnaire comprised of 14 items, categorized into socio-demographic and rhinoplasty postoperative complications sections, respectively. ResultsThe study gathered responses from a total of 968 participants, of which 60.95% fell within the age range of 18-30 years. The majority of participants identified as female (77.89%), and Saudi citizens constituted the vast majority of the respondents (96.28%). Among the participants, 22.62% expressed a desire to undergo rhinoplasty, whereas 77.38% indicated no interest in the procedure. Of those who sought rhinoplasty, the majority favored having the surgery performed by a skilled physician (81.74%). Notably, participants exhibited a relatively high level of awareness regarding the postoperative complications of rhinoplasty, with respiratory issues being the most widely recognized complication (66.63%). Conversely, headache, nausea, and vomiting were the least familiar complications (100%). ConclusionThe study findings reveal a considerable knowledge gap among adults residing in the Western region of Saudi Arabia concerning rhinoplasty's possible postoperative complications. The results underscore the pressing need to establish comprehensive educational and awareness-raising programs to equip individuals contemplating the procedure with the requisite information to make informed decisions. Future research endeavors could delve into the underlying determinants that drive the desire for rhinoplasty and assess potential interventions geared toward augmenting individuals' comprehension and knowledge of the procedure.

Interest in Rhinoplasty and Awareness of Postoperative Complications Among Female High School Students in Taif, Saudi Arabia

“…We found that 152 (20.6%) females were interested in rhinoplasty. Similar studies conducted in Saudi Arabia in different regions found that 25.7% in Riyadh [ 11 ] and 22.62% in the Western Region [ 12 ] were interested in rhinoplasty, which was consistent with our results. However, another study in Iran [ 10 ] among female high school students reported a higher percentage than ours, with 53.65 % of them interested in rhinoplasty [ 10 ].…”

“…It aligned with our study, whereas 54.8% of participants who did not want to undergo rhinoplasty reported that they were satisfied with their nose shape, followed by concerns about the side effects of the surgery. This was consistent with the findings of the studies conducted in Riyadh [ 11 ] and the Western region of Saudi Arabia [ 12 ], where participants reported being happy with their nose as it was, followed by religious beliefs, concerns about side effects, and financial costs.…”

“…Regarding the attitude of our participants, about two-thirds of them ( N = 494, 67%) were satisfied with the appearance of their noses. This finding was consistent with studies conducted in Saudi Arabia, where a study in the Western region [ 12 ] found that 62.5% of participants were happy with their noses, and another study in Riyadh reported that 48.7% were satisfied with their noses [ 11 ]. Similarly, a study conducted in Iran found that almost half of the participants (46.96%) were happy with their noses, which reflected that 59.18% did not want to undergo rhinoplasty surgery because they liked their nose shape [ 10 ].…”

“…In our research, most female students chose surgeons based on their ability to work well, similar to a study conducted in the western region of Saudi Arabia [ 12 ]. Additionally, another study in Iran [ 10 ] reported that the majority of participants referred to a doctor who operated well.…”

“…In Saudi Arabia, the prevalence of reoperations of rhinoplasty was 44.7% [ 17 ]. Another study conducted in the western region of Saudi Arabia [ 12 ] reported that breathing disorders were the most recognized complication, while headache, nausea, and vomiting were the least recognized. Moreover, in Iran [ 10 ], complications recognized by participants were more trivial, such as reoperation, dissatisfaction, and mismatch of the new nose with the rest of the face, and their knowledge of more severe complications, such as headache, nausea and vomiting, and death, was much less.…”