Patient expectation and satisfaction in septorhinoplasty: evaluation of the outcome pre- and post-operatively

Fatema Al Yarubi; Firyal Balushi; Amr Singh

doi:10.18203/issn.2454-5929.ijohns20252246

Authors

Fatema Al Yarubi Department of ENT, Al Nahda Hospital, Muscat, Oman
Firyal Balushi Department of ENT, Rustaq Hospital, Rustaq City, Oman
Amr Singh Department of ENT, Al Nahda Hospital, Muscat, Oman

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/issn.2454-5929.ijohns20252246

Keywords:

Rhinoplasty outcome evaluation, Nasal obstructive symptoms evaluation, Septorhinoplasty, Patient satisfaction

Abstract

Background: Septorhinoplasty is a common procedure aimed at correcting nasal deformities that affect both functionality and aesthetics. Achieving high patient satisfaction is crucial, particularly when patient expectations are aligned with surgical outcomes.

Methods: This prospective study included 50 patients who underwent septorhinoplasty at Al Nahda Hospital from April 2016 to June 2018. The evaluation was performed using the rhinoplasty outcome evaluation (ROE) and nasal obstructive symptoms evaluation (NOSE) scales preoperatively and at 6 and 12 months postoperatively. Statistical analysis involved paired t-tests and chi-square tests.

Results: Significant improvements in nasal obstruction and overall patient satisfaction were observed. Preoperative NOSE scores indicated substantial nasal obstruction, which improved significantly postoperatively. Patient satisfaction, measured by the ROE scale, increased notably after surgery, with 88% of patients reporting high satisfaction.

Conclusions: Septorhinoplasty significantly enhances both functional and aesthetic outcomes, with high patient satisfaction achieved through effective preoperative assessment and realistic counseling.

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