Prevalence and characteristics of microtia in Oman: 37 Years analysis

Alonood K Al-Sulaimani1, Mohammed S Al-Khabori1, Karim M Haridi1

  • 1Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Craniofacial surgery, Khoula hospital, Muscat, Oman.

Abstract

Insights

Microtia, a congenital ear condition, shows a low prevalence in Oman, affecting 0.83 per 10,000 births. The study found characteristics of microtia in Omani patients align with global patterns.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Science
  • Genetics
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Microtia prevalence varies globally and across ethnic groups.
  • This study focuses on the prevalence of microtia in Oman.

Conclusions:

  • Oman exhibits a low prevalence of microtia.
  • The observed characteristics of microtia in Oman are consistent with international findings.

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