Ear replantation.
The authors' tactical and technical contribution to this type of microsurgical replantation can be summarized in three main points: (1) direct sutures to the superficial temporal vessels, when these are undamaged, which simplifies the operation and makes it safer; (2) use of Kunlin's technique to make up for the great difference in diameter between the arterial vessels; and (3) deepithelialization of the posterior auricular skin to allow for creation of venous drainage channels during the first postoperative days and the enlargement of the area of contact with the recipient bed, which also helps to better immobilize the amputated part.
Juri
J
J
Irigaray
A
A
Juri
C
C
Grilli
D
D
Blanco
C M
CM
Vazquez
G D
GD
D000063:Accidents, Traffic; D000328:Adult; D000673:Amputation, Traumatic / Q000601:surgery*; D004431:Ear, External / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008866:Microsurgery / Q000379:methods; D012092:Replantation / Q000379:methods*; D013536:Suture Techniques