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J Reconstr Microsurg 1987; 4(1): 39-41
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1006961
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© 1987 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.

Ear Replantation: A Case Report

Ivan M. Turpin
  • Division of Plastic Surgery, University of California, Irvine, California
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Accepted for publication 1987

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08 March 2008 (online)

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ABSTRACT

This paper presents the fifth reported case of replantation of a traumatically amputated ear and its management. The ear was amputated in an automobile accident and was revascularized microsurgically. Replantation, when possible, offers the ultimate result; however, shortcomings include the length of operation, prolonged hospitalization, and postoperative management of venous congestion.