# The Effect of Septorhinoplasty on Psychopathology and Quality of Life

## TL;DR

This study shows that septorhinoplasty surgery improves quality of life and reduces anxiety, with preoperative depression levels affecting postoperative satisfaction.

## Contribution

The study demonstrates the psychological benefits of septorhinoplasty and highlights the importance of considering depression in patient selection.

## Key findings

- Postoperative NOSE and BAI scores decreased, while ROE scores increased significantly (P < .05).
- SF-36 subscales showed improved physical and social functioning post-surgery (P < .05).
- Preoperative depression levels inversely correlated with postoperative satisfaction.

## Abstract

The purpose was to assess the impact of septorhinoplasty on psychopathology and well-being and to demonstrate the effectiveness of septorhinoplasty and emphasize the importance of considering psychopathological status when selecting patients.

Seventy patients scheduled for septorhinoplasty were evaluated prospectively. Following patient selection, participants were asked to complete a sociodemographic questionnaire, the Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI), the Beck Depression Inventory, the Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation Scale (NOSE), the Short Form-36 (SF-36), and the Rhinoplasty Outcome Evaluation Questionnaire (ROE) preoperatively and at 6 months postoperatively.

The mean age in the study was calculated as 26.14 ± 6.80. The postoperative NOSE and BAI scores of the patients decrease, while ROE score increases (P < .05). An increase in physical role, physical function, general health, and social functioning scores was also found in SF-36 subscales (P < .05). There was an inverse correlation between preoperative depression levels and postoperative satisfaction.

Septorhinoplasty has a positive effect on quality of life and anxiety. When selecting a patient, attention should be paid to the level of depression.