Otoplasty is a cosmetic procedure to change the shape, location, or size of the ear. Like most surgeries, otoplasty can cause a number of complications, including the following:

Complications of general anesthesia

Since the operation requires local anesthesia or general anesthesia, the patient may experience a host of anesthesia-related complications, such as:

• Distraction on waking.
• Nausea and vomiting.
• shaking;
• Pain and sore throat.

Leave a scar at the site of the operation.

The operation may leave a permanent scar in its place, and these scars are often hidden behind the ear.

ear asymmetry

Some may be disappointed to see the asymmetry of the shape of the ears after the operation, or because they do not like it and are convinced of the result, as some may see that the shape of the ear after surgery is not the normal one, and some may need to perform another secondary operation to correct some problems.

Change in skin texture

The texture of the ear can change during otoplasty and repositioning, but this is usually temporary, and the changes are rarely permanent and can be caused by sutures, which occur when sutures attached to the shape come off. of the ear on the surface of the skin, and in this case, you need to see a doctor to remove it and reinstall it in the right place.

bleeding and hematoma

One of the possible complications after ear surgery is the appearance of bleeding or hematoma, which is the accumulation of blood or the appearance of bruises at the site of the operation, and usually occurs in the muscles that are directly under the skin, and the patient may feel a lump under the skin at the operative site.

infection

It is important to pay attention to the location of the operation after it is performed to avoid infection, and the infection may be external, such as dermatitis or costochondritis, or the infection may be internal and more severe, requiring intravenous antibiotics.

Other complications

Here are some other complications that may be associated with ear plastic surgery:

• Stenosis in the external auditory canal.
• Sensation of numbness in the skin of the ear or skin, and this numbness can be temporary or permanent.
• Feeling pain for a long time after the operation, and this can affect the healing process, and some may need hospitalization to control the pain.
• Having an allergic reaction due to surgical tools used during the operation, such as surgical tape or other materials used during the operation.

Article Summary

Ear surgeries can cause a number of complications, including bleeding, bruising, scarring at the site of the operation, change in skin texture, pain, numbness, and anesthesia-related complications, and you should consult your medical. If you experience any of these complications or your pain continues after the operation for a while, it is necessary to comply with all the instructions and instructions of the doctor to prevent these complications as much as possible.