Risks Excessive blood loss can be a problem. This is fluid in blood which contains clotting chemicals. In addition, platelets may have to be given. These are little blood cells that help with clotting. The sinuses can be affected, and this can be associated with infection.
Infection can occur in any operation for synostosis.
Your doctor will exercise the utmost care to prevent this through meticulous operating techniques, plus the administration of antibiotics. Damage to the breathing apparatus can occur with these operations, affecting one's sense of smell. This is usually a small price to pay, considering the overall goal. This can be persistent and difficult to stop. The problem can lead to infection.