A Novel Technique for Reconstruction of a Congenitally Absent Earlobe.

CONCLUSIONS: Malformations rarely involve the lobule or lower third of the ear primarily. Literature regarding lobule reconstruction for congenital malformations is scarce. We present a novel technique for lobule reconstruction of a congenitally absent earlobe performed in a single stage that avoids a visible neck scar and allows for simultaneous conchal cartilage harvest. The technique demonstrated satisfactory cosmesis regarding contour and overall appearance and these results remained stable at 1-year follow up. PMID: 33155853 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

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Source: Ear, Nose and Throat Journal - November 6, 2020 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Saadi RA, Ziai K, Lighthall JG Tags: Ear Nose Throat J Source Type: research

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