[Issues in total reconstruction of the auricle in microtia].
The author's personal experience with 83 cases of auricular construction is presented, as well as methods that have evolved through the last 3 decades. The details of reconstructive procedure are discussed. Advisability of external ear reconstruction in unilateral microtia is evaluated. The follow-up ranges from 2 to over 20 years. Major complications occurred in only 3% of cases and were limited to the perioperative period. The significance of the emotional and psychological benefits of the operation is emphasized. Photographic evidence is presented, too.
Katedra i Klinika Otolaryngologii PAM w Szczecinie.
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D004431:Ear, External / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000601:surgery*; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000175:diagnosis*
Uwagi w sprawie rekonstrukcji małzowiny usznej w mikrocji.