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Otoplasty for prominent ears.

U T Hinderer, J L del Rio, F J Fregenal

    Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
    |January 1, 1987
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This study presents a straightforward and accurate surgical technique for correcting prominent ears. The method involves cartilage scratching and specific sutures, yielding satisfactory aesthetic outcomes for ear correction.

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    Area of Science:

    • Plastic Surgery
    • Otolaryngology
    • Aesthetic Surgery

    Background:

    • Prominent ears, or macrotia, can cause significant psychosocial distress.
    • Existing surgical techniques for prominent ear correction vary in complexity and effectiveness.
    • A need exists for a reliable and simple method to achieve aesthetically pleasing ear contours.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe a novel surgical technique for the correction of prominent ears.
    • To evaluate the simplicity, accuracy, and satisfactory results of this ear correction method.
    • To address specific ear deformities like the "shell-ear" deformity.

    Main Methods:

    • The technique involves perichondrial cartilage scratching at the superior crus and antihelical fold.
    • Mattress sutures are applied to the perichondrium and soft tissues on the medial auricular surface.

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  • Additional steps include trimming the helix tail, thinning the antitragus, and double-spindle skin excision.
  • For "shell-ear" deformities, scratching the base of the helical arch is performed.

    • Main Results:

    • The described technique offers a combination of simplicity and accuracy.
    • Satisfactory aesthetic results were achieved in patients undergoing the procedure.
    • The method effectively addresses various aspects of prominent ear deformities.

    Conclusions:

    • This surgical technique provides an effective and reliable solution for prominent ear correction.
    • The described modifications enhance the ability to achieve natural-looking ear aesthetics.
    • The procedure is suitable for both general prominent ears and specific deformities like "shell-ear".