Implications of Dermatologic Disorders in Facial Cosmetic Surgery: A Systematic Review - PubMed
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- Patients with autoimmune or inflammatory skin disorders face increased risks during facial cosmetic surgery, including infection, disease exacerbation, and poor cosmetic outcomes.
- A systematic review of 53 articles found complications in 469 patients with pre-existing dermatologic conditions after procedures like rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, and microneedling.
- Common dermatologic disorders linked to complications include acne, atopic dermatitis, rosacea, and systemic conditions like lupus and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.
- Complications ranged from mild disease flare-ups to severe issues like hypertrophic scarring and wound healing defects.
- The review emphasizes the need for careful consideration of dermatologic conditions in surgical planning to minimize risks.