ĐÁNH GIÁ KẾT QUẢ TẠO NÂNG MŨI BẰNG EPTFE KẾT HỢP SỤN TAI TẠI KHOA TẠO HÌNH THẨM MỸ BỆNH VIỆN CHỢ RẪY

Abstract

Background: Rhinoplasty is a common aesthetic procedure, particularly in Vietnam. Selecting appropriate graft material remains a significant challenge. Recently, expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) has been increasingly used in dorsal augmentation. The combination of ePTFE and auricular cartilage helps reduce complications related to the nasal tip, such as implant exposure and skin thinning. However, there is still a lack of clinical studies evaluating the efficacy of this approach. Objective: To evaluate the outcomes of rhinoplasty using ePTFE combined with auricular cartilage at the Department of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery, Cho Ray Hospital. Materials and Methods: From December 2023 to December 2024, a prospective study was conducted involving 52 consecutive patients (2 males and 50 females) with mild to moderate short noses. All patients underwent rhinoplasty using ePTFE combined with auricular cartilage. Results: 52 patients underwent rhinoplasty with ePTFE and auricular cartilage at Cho Ray Hospital. Female patients accounted for 96.1%, with a mean age of 30.5 ± 8.1 years. The average nasal length increased by 5.29 ± 1.75 mm postoperatively. The mean Rhinoplasty Outcome Evaluation (ROE) score improved significantly from 11.71 to 20.67, indicating both functional and aesthetic enhancement. Patient satisfaction reached 98.1%, with no cases requiring revision surgery. Conclusion: Rhinoplasty using ePTFE combined with auricular cartilage is a feasible treatment option for patients with mild to moderate short noses. The technique yielded stable results and a high satisfaction rate. Careful patient selection is essential to achieve optimal outcomes.