Study Evaluating Benefit of Using Fibrin Glue in Septorhinoplasty

The Use of Fibrin Sealant During Septorhinoplasty: Short and Long Term Benefits

The purpose of this study is to determine whether the use of fibrin glue during nasal surgery leads to a shorter recovery period with less bruising and/or swelling.

Septorhinoplasty is a well established technique to correct nasal deformity. Drawbacks of this procedure include a significant recovery following surgery which may often require nasal taping and casting. Swelling and bruising in and around the surgical site may persist for months after the operation. At present, there is no standard regarding the length of time nasal tape and cast should be used following septorhinoplasty. It has never been proven that taping or casting is required - in surgeries that require minimal amounts of tissue handling, we may not use any tape or cast following the procedure. Homologous fibrin glue has been used for various cosmetic facial plastic procedures since the early 1980's. It has been shown to decrease bruising and swelling following surgery. This study is being undertaken to evaluate these benefits of using fibrin glue in nasal surgery.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Any patient over 18 years of age undergoing septorhinoplasty.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Any patient having more than one procedure performed during one anesthetic.(i.e.brow lift, face lift, blepharoplasty)