A simple variant of surgical correction of prominent ears. Description of the surgical technique and follow-up examination in 36 patients.
A technically simple technique of otoplasty has been developed. An ovular skin excision is made on the posterior side of the auricle and then a transcartilaginous incision that corresponds to the future dorsal part of the antihelical fold. A parallel anterior incision of the anterior aspect of the cartilage helps to create a normal and harmonious configuration by smoothing the inward bending. Thirty-six patients were operated on and followed up for between six months and two years. The surgical results are satisfactory and there have been only two recurrences.
Steenfos
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Department of Plastic Surgery, Sahlgrenska Hospital, University of Göteborg, Sweden.
Alberius
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Blomqvist
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D000293:Adolescent; D004431:Ear, External / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods; D013536:Suture Techniques; D013997:Time Factors