1. Will costal cartilage excision affect body function? Costal cartilage is also hyaline cartilage, connecting the thigh, chest, ribs and sternum, although it is milky white and opaque. However, compared with nasal septum cartilage, costal cartilage is harder in texture, with more lumps and stronger three-dimensional sense, which can be used to raise the back of nose and lengthen the tip of nose and columella. Especially for patients with secondary or multiple rhinoplasty, costal cartilage is a good choice for rhinoplasty.
After the removal of costal cartilage, the vacant part of costal cartilage will soon be replaced by fibrous connective tissue. Fibrous connective tissue has a certain hardness, so it will not affect human function and contour stability, and general movement will not be restricted after recovery.
2. Will taking costal cartilage leave a big scar? The costal cartilage taken in rhinoplasty is usually a small piece from the sixth, seventh or eighth rib, and the wound is generally less than 2cm. The incision was sutured cosmetically, and the stitches were removed 10- 14 days after operation. The incision will turn red at first, then the color will fade slowly, and finally it will return to an inconspicuous thin line.
Personal Case of Plastic Surgeon Ding Xiang —— Nose Synthesis