Auricular reconstruction for concha-type microtia.
- Author:
Mei-shui WANG
1
;
Biao WANG
;
Hou-bing ZHENG
;
Shan-ying WU
;
Xiu-ying SHAN
;
Fu-lian ZHUANG
Author Information
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH: Adolescent; Adult; Cartilage; transplantation; Child; Ear Auricle; surgery; Ear, External; abnormalities; Female; Humans; Male; Reconstructive Surgical Procedures; Ribs; Tissue Scaffolds; Transplantation, Autologous; Young Adult
- From: Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery 2011;27(4):256-259
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
OBJECTIVETo investigate the method of auricular reconstruction for concha-type microtia.
METHODSTwo-staged auricular reconstruction was applied in 13 cases (14 ears) with concha-type microtia. The cartilage auricular framework was fabricated and implanted in the first stage, followed by ear elevation and cranio-auricle angle formation at the second stage.
RESULTSThe patients were followed up for 2 months to 2 years with satisfactory aesthetic result. The reconstructed ears had a good appearance and position, and were symmetric to the healthy ears.
CONCLUSIONSThe two-staged auricular reconstruction with autologous cartilage framework is ideal for concha-type microtia.
