title: A simple, direct correction of the constricted ear.
abstract: A simple approach to correct the constricted ear is described using a V-Y advancement to lengthen the periphery. Then through a posterior incision, an anterior exposure allows the creation of cartilaginous folds with scoring and sutures under direct vision.
authors.affiliation: Division of Plastic Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, Florida.
authors.forename: D R
authors.initials: DR
authors.lastname: Millard
authors.forename: L R
authors.initials: LR
authors.lastname: McCafferty
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Prado
mesh_terms: D002675:Child, Preschool; D004431:Ear, External / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods*; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D013536:Suture Techniques