Cleft Rhinoplasty-Related Complications and Management

A complication is considered as an unexpected event that occurs in the course of a surgical that act differently from the usual manifestations and that is a consequence of the effects caused by it. A number of perioperative events cannot be totally prevented by the surgeon, and only an adequate follow-up of the operated patients may guarantee their diagnostic and proper management. Common complications observed in association with cleft rhinoplasty are wound infection, bleeding, granulomas, synechiae, and others. Prevention and early diagnostic and intervention are the key points for the successful treatment of these problems. This chapter presents the most common complications associated with the cleft rhinoplasty and their diagnostic and interdisciplinary management.