Rhinoplasty & Revision For International Patients

How Is the Rhinoplasty Process Planned for International Patients?

In international patients, the rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty process may be approached through preliminary information, medical history assessment, in-person examination, and personalized surgical planning stages. During this process, the patient’s nasal structure, breathing function, skin characteristics, expectations, and previous surgical history should be evaluated together.

The main points that may be evaluated in the rhinoplasty process for patients traveling from abroad include:

• Preliminary information and assessment of medical history
• Evaluation of nasal structure, skin thickness, and breathing function
• Assessment of aesthetic expectations together with medically applicable goals
• Clarification of surgical planning after in-person examination

Preoperative Consultation Process for Rhinoplasty

In international patients, preoperative preliminary evaluation may be performed for general informational purposes based on photographs, medical history, and current complaints. However, final surgical planning should be determined after an in-person examination and physician evaluation.

The following information may be requested for preliminary evaluation:

• Face and nasal profile photographs
• Images from different angles showing the nasal structure
• Epicrisis reports or relevant medical records if the patient has undergone previous surgery
• Current complaints and breathing status

During online preliminary information meetings, the patient’s complaints, expectations, breathing status, medications used, and previous procedures may be discussed in general terms.

Personalized surgical planning should be made according to the findings obtained during the examination.

The following criteria are evaluated together in primary rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty planning:

• Skin thickness
• Nasal tip support
• Septal structure
• Effects of previous surgeries
• Deviation, valve narrowing, or breathing problems

Since aesthetic and functional needs may differ in each patient, surgical planning should be created individually.

Medical Preparations Before Rhinoplasty Surgery

In international patients, the necessary preoperative tests are determined according to the patient’s general health status and physician evaluation. The following examinations may be considered during this process:

• Blood tests
• Coagulation tests
• ECG if deemed necessary
• Additional evaluations related to intranasal structures

Medication Arrangements

• The use of blood-thinning medications should be arranged according to physician evaluation
• The physician should be informed about allergy, asthma, or chronic disease medications
• All regularly used medications should be shared during the preoperative evaluation

Travel and Stay Planning

For patients traveling from abroad, the length of stay should be planned according to the scope of the procedure, preoperative preparations, early postoperative controls, and healing process.

• Examination and preoperative preparation process
• Early postoperative follow-up
• Splint, dressing, or control processes
• Physician evaluation before returning home

The length of stay may not be the same for every patient and should be determined individually.

Rhinoplasty Surgery Day Process for International Patients

• Admission process to the healthcare institution
• Final preoperative evaluation
• Anesthesia consultation
• Performance of the surgical procedure
• Creation of the postoperative follow-up plan