Ear Reconstruction

Microtia is a congenital deformity resulting from failure of development of the external ear apparatus; this is the ear lobule, auricle (helix), tragus and choncal depression. It could result from multiple factors such as; viral infection, genetic predisposition and anatomic deformation.  This congenital deformity usually causes psychological inferiority in afflicted patients and should be addressed as early as childhood. The earliest time that ear deformity could be corrected is five years of age. Treatment options and possible complication should be discuss extensively with you by your surgeon. And this usually requires a series of operations with each procedure separated by 4 to 6 months  apart; initially the procedure would involve the creation of the cartilage framework with inset in a subcutaneous pocket behind the rudimentary ear, then this is followed by lobule flap rotation or elevation of the cartilage framework. The last stage of the procedure is choncal deepening or tragal reconstruction that results to a more natural ear. All this procedures would require hospital admission and are done under general anesthesia. Other specialty services such as pediatrician and pediatric anesthesiologist may be required during the admission.     

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The information that is provided in this website is intended to help educate prospective clients regarding basic information about each particular cosmetic procedure and the cosmetic plastic surgery specialty. This should be use by patient in order to make a logical decision prior to any procedure and consultation. This information in any way would not guarantee the results.  It would be best for all clients to discuss all of their concerns with their surgeon. Don’t hesitate to ask questions or clear out any concerns.

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