PRE-OPERATIVE PREPARATION FOR INTERNATIONAL PATIENTS — Revision Rhinoplasty & Rhinoplasty

Why is Istanbul Preferred for International Patients?

In recent years, Istanbul has become one of the centers where scientific expertise, experienced surgeons, and modern hospitals come together for rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty.

Reasons for the Increase in Global Requests for Revision Rhinoplasty:

• Highly trained ENT & Plastic Surgeons
• Advanced medical infrastructure
• Widespread personalized nasal planning approach
• Experience with complex cases

Pre-Surgery Consultation Process (International Pre-Consultation)

Online Assessment (Photo + Video)

International patients can send the following before surgery:

• Facial and nose profile photos
• Close-up image of the inside of the nose
• If previously operated, epicrisis & reports

for preliminary evaluation.

Video Consultation

In the online consultation with the doctor:

• Complaints
• Expectations
• Breathing condition
• Medications used

will be discussed in detail.

Personalized Rhinoplasty Planning

Revision and Primary Rhinoplasty Planning is done according to these criteria:

• Skin thickness
• Tip support
• Septum structure
• Effects of previous surgeries
• Functional problems (deviation, valve narrowing, etc.)

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali S. Resul applies individualized surgical planning that includes both aesthetic and functional balance for each patient.

Pre-Surgery Medical Preparations

Required Tests

Tests international patients should have before surgery:

• Blood tests
• Coagulation tests
• If necessary, ECG
• Radiological examination (if deviation is suspected)

Medication Adjustments

• Blood thinners (e.g., aspirin) should be stopped with doctor’s approval
• Allergy/asthma medications are checked
• Regular medications should be reported to the doctor

Travel Planning

Typically:

• Rhinoplasty: 7–10 days
• Revision rhinoplasty: 10–14 days

It is recommended to stay in Istanbul.

Surgery Day Process for International Patients

• Admission to the hospital
• Final pre-surgery evaluation
• Anesthesia consultation
• Operation (approximately 2–4 hours)
• Same day or 1-night hospital stay