[Congenital malformations of the external and middle ear].
Congenital malformations of the external and middle ear is the common reason of pediatric hearing impairment and cosmic problem. The treatment composes of auricular plastic surgery and auditory reconstruction surgery. The use of BAHA, vibrant sound-bridge and tissue engineering materials can significantly improve the treatment outcomes.
Zhaoyan
Z
Wang
Jun
J
Yang
Hao
H
Wu
D000075202:Contraindications; D004431:Ear, External / Q000002:abnormalities / Q000601:surgery*; D004432:Ear, Middle / Q000002:abnormalities / Q000601:surgery*; D006310:Hearing Aids; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures; D016896:Treatment Outcome