Surgical correction of the cauliflower ear.
The cauliflower ear presents a challenge to the surgeon. Patients complain of discomfort and appearance. Three patients were treated surgically via a posterior approach to remove the hardened segment and re-sculpture a leaf of cartilage left in place. An acceptable cosmetic result was achieved and all patients are currently pain free.
RAFT Institute for Plastic Surgery Research and Education, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Mount Vernon and Watford Hospitals NHS Trust, Northwood, Middlesex, UK.
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D002114:Calcinosis / Q000601:surgery; D004426:Ear Deformities, Acquired / Q000601:surgery*; D004427:Ear Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D006406:Hematoma / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods*