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Large Rhinophyma Treated by Surgical Excision and Electrocautery

Year: 2019

Type: article

Abstract: Rhinophyma is a benign condition characterized by a large, bulbous nose with prominent pores. It is commonly associated with untreated cases of rosacea. The disease can carry a substantial psychological impact that causes patients to seek advice about how to improve their physical appearance. Many treatment options are available for rhinophyma, but there is no standard treatment protocol. Here, we describe the case of a 65-year-old man with a large rhinophyma that caused him cosmetic and psychosocial embarrassment. The condition was treated by surgical excision and bipolar electrocautery. No complications occurred after the procedures, and healing was completed 2 weeks later by secondary intention and reepithelialization. A simple surgical removal using a scalpel to shave off the abnormal tissue with electrocauterization of the bleeding points can be considered as a good treatment option for rhinophyma, as it results in an excellent cosmetic outcome and has short recovery time.

Source: Case Reports in Surgery

DOI: 10.1155/2019/2395619

Authors: Nabeel K. Al Hamzawi, Salih M. Al Baaj

Institution: Al-Diwaniyah Teaching Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Acne and Rosacea Treatments and Effects

Subfield: Dermatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $790