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"Pocket sandwich" dressing in auricular surgery.
Lindsey Schmidtberger1, Abdel Kader El Tal, Deborah F MacFarlane
1Department of Dermatology, University of Texas at Houston, Houston, TX, USA.
International Journal of Dermatology
|September 12, 2014
Summary
A novel ear dressing technique using adhesive tape creates a protective pocket, preventing distortion and offering an occlusive, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing solution for auricular wound defects.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Wound Care
- Medical Device Design
Background:
- Managing auricular dressings is challenging for medical staff and patients.
- The primary goal is to protect exposed cartilage without distorting ear anatomy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a simple, effective, and non-distorting method for dressing ear wounds.
Main Methods:
- A "pocket sandwich" dressing is created using two lengths of adhesive tape.
- The tape is applied to the anterior and posterior aspects of the ear, covering the defect occlusively.
Main Results:
- The dressing effectively covers post-surgical defects on any part of the ear.
- This method is inexpensive and easily reproducible by patients.
Conclusions:
- The described auricular dressing is non-bulky, easy to apply, and esthetically pleasing.
- It provides an occlusive environment, avoids auricular distortion, and accommodates eyewear.
- This technique is highly recommended for treating ear wound defects.
