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Question mark ear: a method for repair

S Brodovsky1, M Westreich

  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, Assaf Harofe Medical Center, Tzrifin, Israel.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
|November 5, 1997
PubMed
Summary

This study details a rare case of bilateral question mark ears, a congenital anomaly. A novel surgical technique using advancement-rotation flaps is presented for correction.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Developmental Biology

Background:

  • Bilateral question mark ears represent a rare congenital auricular deformity.
  • Understanding the developmental etiology is crucial for effective management.
  • Literature review highlights limited documented cases and treatment approaches.

Observation:

  • A case of bilateral question mark ears is presented.
  • This condition is characterized by a specific C-shaped auricular malformation.

Findings:

  • A novel surgical technique using bilateral advancement-rotation flaps is described for correction.
  • The method addresses the unique challenges posed by the ear cleft in this anomaly.

Implications:

  • This technique offers a potential solution for correcting bilateral question mark ears.
  • Further research can explore long-term outcomes and variations of this surgical approach.

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