The Difference in Scar-Related Quality of Life in Open Versus Closed Septorhinoplasty

Introduction: The open and closed techniques are the main surgical to perform septorhinoplasty. Although technique offers a better view of pertinent anatomy facilitates access, it creates an external scar that could affect patients’ satisfaction quality life (QoL). This study aims compare using SCAR-Q patient-reported outcome measure. Methods: In this retrospective study, we have included patients who had their nasal surgery one year ago, in period between April 2020 2021. assessment tool with appearance, symptoms, psychological impact septorhinoplasty techniques. Results: A total 77 were analysis. Of these, 39 (50.6%) underwent septorhinoplasty, 38 (49.4%) approach. mean (SD) age was 29.6 (8.1) years, most females (59.7%). overall questionnaire responses very positive across all scales our cohort, median (IQR) scores 91.0 (73.0-100.0) for appearance scale, 89.0 (70.0-100.0) symptoms 100.0 (87.0-100.0) scale. However, found no differences regarding Conclusion: We significant QoL Larger studies needed further validate finding.