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Review
. 2017 Aug;31(3):146-151.
doi: 10.1055/s-0037-1603959. Epub 2017 Aug 9.

Autologous Ear Reconstruction

Asaf Olshinka  1 , Matthew Louis  1 , Tuan A Truong  1
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Review

Autologous Ear Reconstruction

Asaf Olshinka et al. Semin Plast Surg. 2017 Aug.

Abstract

Since the pioneering use of autologous rib cartilage for the reconstruction of microtia, there have been significant advances in surgical technique that have helped to ameliorate the psychological burden of microtia. To date, the use of rib cartilage for auricular reconstruction is one of the most enduring and ubiquitous techniques for microtia reconstruction as it provides excellent aesthetic results with lasting durability. In this review, the authors outline the most common methods of microtia reconstruction with a comparison of each technique and illustrative case examples.

Keywords: Brent; Nagata; Tanzer; autologous ear reconstruction; cartilage.

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Figures

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Fig. 1
( A ) Preoperative frontal view of right microtia. ( B ) Preoperative lateral view of right microtia.
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Fig. 2
( A ) Postoperative frontal view of right microtia. ( B ) Postoperative lateral view of right microtia.
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Fig. 3
Surgical marking for chest incision.
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Surgical marking for ear construct.
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Fig. 5
Harvested ribs with synchondrosis.
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Cartilage construct using wires.
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