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  • Title: Soft-tissue reconstruction for atypical microtia malformations and trauma.
    Author: Ghanem MA, Abreu DV, Quintanilla-Dieck Mde L, Eavey RD.
    Journal: Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg; 2008 Aug; 134(8):879-83. PubMed ID: 18711064.
    Abstract:
    OBJECTIVE: To provide customized reconstructions of atypical microtia malformations and trauma via 1- or 2-stage procedures. DESIGN: Case reports. SETTING: Academic otolaryngology specialty hospital. PATIENTS: Pediatric patients with rare and unique ear malformations. INTERVENTIONS: Customized auricular reconstruction using contralateral postauricular donor grafts (skin and cartilage) as well as ipsilateral tissue (flaps and bone). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Postoperative results. RESULTS: Surgical procedures were completed in 1 or 2 stages with minimal morbidity. No donor scars were visible, in contrast to traditional reconstructive methods. The completed auricular appearance was realistic. CONCLUSION: Selected patients can benefit from soft-tissue reconstruction of the auricle that feels normal to the touch and lacks the morbidity and scarring of traditional reconstructive methods.
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