Relationship Between The Beliefs On Social Appearance, Anxiety, And Intolerance Of Uncertainty In Rhinoplasty Patients Psychological Factors Associated With Rhinoplasty Satisfaction

Abstract

Aim: Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure performed for functional and/or cosmetic purposes. The purpose of the study is to evaluate the psychological factors that determine patient satisfaction in rhinoplasty surgery.

Material and Methods: A total of 121 patients (85 women, 36 men) participated in the study. Sociodemographic data form, social appearance anxiety scale (SAAS), beliefs about appearance scale (BAAS), short form of intolerance of uncertainty (IUS) scale and rhinoplasty outcomes evaluation questionnaire (ROEQ) were applied to the participants before and at the 3rd- month control after rhinoplasty.

Results: Before and after the operation, patients were divided into two groups, according to their SAAS scores. Preoperative BAAS, preoperative SAAS and postoperative REOQ scores were significantly higher in the group of patients whose SAAS scores decreased after the operation. It was determined that the change in ROEQ scores could be predicted by the change in SAAS scores (beta=-0.454, p<0.005).

Discussion: Psychological factors such as appearance anxiety can act as a bridge between patient satisfaction and rhinoplasty outcomes. This study indicates a complex cognitive process and suggests that multidisciplinary approaches may be important to improve patient satisfaction after rhinoplasty.