A modified auricular reconstruction with medpor framework for children
- VernacularTitle:儿童Medpor支架植入全耳再造改良成形术
- Author:
Lin QIU
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Children;
Medpor;
Ear reconstruction
- From:
Journal of Chongqing Medical University
1986;0(02):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective: To find out a better technique of auricular reconstruction with Medpor framework for children to obtain better appearance of the reconstructed ear.Methods: The reconstructed ear was implanted by Medpor framework,which was covered by temporal superfacial fascia flap with superfacial temporal arteria.Skin flap of leftover ear covered rear of reconstructed ear,full thick skin graft covered one of obverse side,and infra-leftover ear was modified as auricularlobule.Results: Postoperative follow-up was as long as 24 months.All 12 patients obtained better appearance of the reconstructed ears than those of the operation in earlier period.Conclusion: The modified auricular reconstruction would be a better choice for the children with congenital lack of auricle or hypoplasia of auricle.
