Ear Surgery
There are two different problems that cause prominent ear deformity in humans. These are the incomplete formation of the fold called “antihelix” in the auricle and the overdevelopment of the “conchal cartilage” that forms the cavum concha section in the inner part of the auricle. These two conditions can exist in the ear alone or together. For these reasons, people have prominent ears.
Otoplasty surgery corrects the deformity of the ear that does not look aesthetic. In order to get a successful result from this surgery, a detailed evaluation should be made before the surgery. It is necessary to fully understand the cause of the problem and to apply surgical procedures to correct all existing problems.
Treatment Details
Risks
This type of surgery is generally in the low-risk surgery group. The most common problems that can be seen in the short term after the operation are blood collection and infection in the operation area. Both problems can be resolved quickly with appropriate treatments.
The problem that can be seen in the medium-long term is the formation of asymmetry in the ears. In addition, the prominent ear appearance may occur again over time. A detailed evaluation should be made before the operation. And in order to solve this problem, which is relatively rarely encountered with appropriate surgical techniques, it is usually necessary to perform surgery again.
During The Surgery
This operation can be performed unilaterally or bilaterally. General anesthesia is always preferred in young children. In older children and adults, surgery can be performed using local anesthesia or sedatives (sedation). There are many different techniques and approaches described for this surgery. One of them is to shape the cartilages using sutures. Another technique is to make weakening on the cartilages that will make it easier for them to take shape.
Apart from this, it can be applied in the form of partial removal of cartilages. It is more preferable to shape the auricle with stitches, especially at early ages when the cartilages are softer. It may be necessary to use other techniques at older ages. There may also be cases where the problem is caused by the advanced development of the conchal cartilage. In such a case, some cartilage usually needs to be removed.
After The Surgery
There is no serious pain complaint after the operation. In cases where there is pain, simple painkillers are usually sufficient. The bandage applied on the treated ears at the end of the surgery is changed several times during the first week, depending on the need. It is recommended that patients use a bandage or headband to keep the ears in the proper position while lying down for the first month. Tissue healing after surgery is usually completed in two months.
