Tumors established within an individual’s nose can be either malignant (cancerous) or benign (non-cancerous). In all cases, those affected with nasal cancer frequently go through an advanced surgical procedure to confiscate the cancerous tissue/s. This is subsequently followed by a reconstructive rhinoplasty to help the person restore or improve the former shape of the nose.
This is because nasal cancers often leave large defects in the nose. Proper reconstruction should aim not just to “patch the hole”, but to restore a normal looking nose.
Symptoms of Nasal Cancer
Some of the common nasal cancer symptoms include:
Nasal Cancer Treatment
Once the nasal cavity cancer is diagnosed by the doctor, a number of tests are performed to identify if the cancer cells …show more content…
Following are the procedure followed by a rhinoplasty surgeon:
(i) In most cases, using a patient’s own tissue for the nasal reconstruction is preferred by the rhinoplasty in order to avert the potential risks of rejection. If your surgeon has removed cartilage during the cancer treatment surgery, a cartilage graft is required for reshaping the nose.
(ii) In case a patient has developed a scar tissue during the therapy, then advanced treatment methods (such as dermabrasion or laser resurfacing) may be used to address the address the condition.
(iii) If a patient’s nose is disfigured during the cancer treatment, often cosmetic or reconstructive (or a combination of the two) rhinoplasty is performed to reshape the nose and restore the person’s aesthetic appearance.
Risks of Reconstructive Rhinoplasty
Some of the potential risks involved in performing reconstructive rhinoplasty post the nasal cancer treatment are:
• Development of nose infection
• Tenderness or pain at the site of surgery
• Hematoma
• Wound Bleeding
• Itching
• Temporary