title: A simplified approach to otoplasty.
abstract: Outstanding or protruding ears are relatively common in the pediatric otolaryngology population. We propose a method of otoplasty that is simple to use and provides safe and predictable results. The technique of otoplasty is outlined in detail with emphasis on creation of a desired antehelical fold with the use of modified Mustarde sutures as well as modifications of the lobule and the need for conchal set-back.
authors.affiliation: Department of Otolaryngology, University of Toronto.
authors.forename: D A
authors.initials: DA
authors.lastname: Ellis
authors.forename: J D
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Keohane
mesh_terms: D004431:Ear, External / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods; D013536:Suture Techniques