A simple method for earlobe reconstruction.
We describe a technique for earlobe construction using the V-shaped flap with rotation and transposition techniques. This technique produces a natural appearing lobule without unpleasant secondary deformity. This method has been used on two patients, with very good results.
Okada
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Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Toho University School of Medicine, Japan.
Maruyama
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D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D004427:Ear Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D004431:Ear, External / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008179:Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid / Q000601:surgery; D017253:Neurofibromatoses / Q000601:surgery; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures