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Vibrant Soundbridge and Porous Polyethylene Auricular Reconstruction in a Single‑Stage Procedure [PDF]
Science ProgressMicrotia with aural atresia presents a dual challenge—restoration of external ear anatomy and rehabilitation of conductive hearing loss. Multiple staged procedures are often required, increasing patient burden. This study presents a single-stage surgical
Tawfiq Khurayzi +2 more
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Journal of Otology, 2016 Managing microtia patients is always a challenge. Multidisciplinary approach, good family support, well established doctor–patient relationship and well organised patient-support groups are the essential elements for success.
Michael C F Tong +2 more
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Johnson-McMillin microtia syndrome: New additional family
Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, 2014 Microtia is a congenital anomaly that is found with different prevalence among various populations. The exact etiology of ear anomalies is still unknown.
Nagwa Abdel-Meguid +4 more
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Reconstruction of Concha-Type Microtia Using a Crescent Costal Framework and Residual Auricular Cartilage [PDF]
Journal of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck SurgeryImportance The technique combining a crescent-shaped costal framework with the biomechanical properties of residual auricular cartilage is expected to enhance the structural stability and aesthetic outcomes of the reconstructed ear in mild conchal-type ...
Jinxiu Yang MD +3 more
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Case Report of Congenital Microtia-Atresia [PDF]
Qom Univ Med Sci J, 2021 Background and Objectives Microtia-atresia is a rare congenital anomaly, which characterized by a small, abnormally shaped auricle (microtia) accompanied with narrow, blocked or absent ear canal (atresia). Microtia can occur appear either as independent clinical abnormality or as part of a syndrome.
Marzieh Alipour +1 more
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International Archives of OtorhinolaryngologyIntroduction Microtia and aural atresia present congenital ear anomalies that affect external ear and are associated with conductive hearing loss.
Assel Imangaliyeva +9 more
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Preferential associated anomalies in 818 cases of microtia in South America [PDF]
, 2020 The etiology of microtia remains unknown in most cases. The identification of patterns of associated anomalies (i.e., other anomalies that occur with a given congenital anomaly in a higher than expected frequency), is a methodology that has been used for
Luquetti, Daniela V. +5 more
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Development of an interdisciplinary microtia‐atresia care model: A single‐center 20‐year experience
Laryngoscope Investigative Otolaryngology, 2022 Objectives Microtia and aural atresia are congenital ear anomalies with a wide‐ranging spectrum of phenotypes and varied functional and psychosocial consequences for patients. This study seeks to analyze the management of microtia‐atresia patients at our
Krupa R. Patel +7 more
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Management of Congenital Aural Atresia and Microtia
Korean Journal of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 2023 Microtia is commonly associated with aural atresia, which will cause cosmetic problems as well as hearing impairment. The management of microtia and aural atresia should improve the aesthetic of the external ear and enhance functional hearing. The reconstruction of the auricle can be performed with autologous rib cartilage or a porous polyethylene ...
Gi-Sung Nam, Sung Il Cho
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Functional and esthetic reconstruction of microtia and congenital aural atresia: a case report
, 2021 Reconstruction of microtia and congenital aural atresia is a challenging surgery that requires experience and thorough knowledge. The goals of auricular reconstruction and atresiaplasty are to improve the cosmetic appearance and rehabilitate the acoustic
Sung Il Cho, Ji Yun Choi
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