Quantitative assessment of facial nose job using simple questionnaire and facial photography- result from a tertiary care center

Abstract

Introduction:The success of rhinoplasty is dependent on quality of life(QOL) as well as functional outcome. Limited QOL studies are available and their utility are yet to be published successfully. In this prospective study we aimed to measure the objective result of rhinoplasty patients using Rhinoplasty outcome Evaluation a simple questionnaire. Methods-:31 patients were selected from AIIMS New Delhi in ENT department between 2012 to 2013 and ROE was applied along with pre operative photographs to compare the changes post operatively. Results: By analyzing the raw data there was significant changes in the quality of life outcome which was supplemented subjectively by Photographic changes Conclusion:ROE scale and photodocumentation are essential tools for rhinoplasty surgeons to objectify the surgical results .