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1HYKS, korva-, nenã- ja kurkkutautien klinikka ja Helsingin yliopisto.
Duodecim; Laaketieteellinen Aikakauskirja
|March 15, 2013
Summary
Surgical correction of lop ear is typically advised for children aged six and older, though risks like bleeding and infection exist. Infant splint therapy offers a non-surgical alternative for ear correction.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Plastic Surgery
- Pediatric Surgery
Context:
- Lop ear, a congenital condition, has over 200 surgical correction techniques documented.
- Surgical intervention is generally recommended for children aged six years or older.
- Potential complications include bleeding, infection, sensory changes, and scarring.
Purpose:
- To review surgical and non-surgical approaches for lop ear correction.
- To inform about the risks and benefits associated with surgical intervention.
- To highlight the suitability of splint therapy for infants with lop ear.
Summary:
- Surgical correction of lop ear has numerous published techniques, typically performed after age six.
- Patients and parents require comprehensive information on realistic outcomes and potential surgical complications.
- Splint therapy presents a viable non-surgical option for infants with lop ear.
Impact:
- Informed decision-making for patients and parents regarding lop ear treatment.
- Understanding of the risks and benefits of surgical versus non-surgical interventions.
- Potential for improved aesthetic outcomes and reduced psychological distress associated with lop ear.
