WHAT’S NEW?
This study, we applied bromelain-arnica gel combination topically to the
patients’ ecchymosis and edema around their eyes, and we also observed
that topical application of bromelain-arnica gel combination was
effective to significantly decrease patients’ both ecchymosis and edema.
Septorhinoplasty is highly popular and the number of patients undergoing
this procedure is growing worldwide. But, periorbital edema and
ecchymosis following septorhinoplasty can cause to significant increase
in morbidity and a significant decrease in patient satisfaction.
Although, there are numerous studies investigating the reduction of
periorbital edema and ecchymosis, and post-rhinoplasty care remains
controversial. In this study, we investigated the efficacy of topical
administration of bromelain and arnica gel combination in the reduction
of periorbital edema and ecchymosis following septorhinoplasty, and we
compared the results with those of control group in a randomized
fashion. In conclusion, this study indicated that topical administration
of bromelain and arnica gel combination lead to a significant reduction
in periorbital edema and ecchymosis following septorhinoplasty.