Congenital lop ear deformity

Congenital lop ear is a malformation secondary to an autosomal dominant mendelian factor. This anomaly may be surgically corrected as early as the preschool age. The surgical technique presented is derived from many sources with some personal modifications. It consists of cartilage excision and incision and the use of horizontal mattress sutures. The surgical procedure is organized into six steps. This technique is easy to learn and useful in the training or residents. The complications of otoplasty are discussed.