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Facial Plast Surg
DOI: 10.1055/a-2447-0134
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Incisionless Otoplasty: Current State of the Art

Cibele Madsen Buba
1   Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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Andres Gantous 
1   Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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Abstract

Prominent ears, also known as prominauris, inflict psychological distress and suffering on both children and adults. Otoplasty has become one of the most common aesthetic operations due to its high prevalence and significant impact on patients. Various surgical techniques for otoplasty have been documented and developed over time. While complications are rare, open and cartilage-resection techniques may result in hemorrhage, hematomas, contour deformities, hypertrophic scarring, and keloid formation. Incisionless otoplasty has been demonstrated in the literature to be an effective method, when correctly indicated, to correct prominauris with a shorter recovery time and reduced morbidity. A thorough preoperative evaluation, awareness of the different techniques, and assessment of their appropriate application minimize potential risks and unpleasant results.

Keywords

prominent ears - protruding ears - prominauris - otoplasty - incisionless otoplasty - percutaneous otoplasty


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Article published online:
04 December 2024

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