Suture materials in otoplasty.
From my experiences in 101 otoplasties of the Mustardé type, the buried suture materials have shown individual variations, as regards granuloma and slippage complications. As a result, I now prefer 4/0 clear nylon for reconstruction of the anti-helix, 3/0 white Mersilene for concha-mastoidal fixation, and 4/0 chromic or subcuticular Vicryl for skin closure.
D004427:Ear Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced; D004431:Ear, External / Q000601:surgery*; D006099:Granuloma / Q000139:chemically induced; D006801:Humans; D011093:Polyethylene Terephthalates / Q000009:adverse effects; D013537:Sutures / Q000592:standards*
D011093:Polyethylene Terephthalates