Innovative method to correct Stahl ear that involves full thickness scoring incisions and an onlay graft of cymba conchal cartilage

Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2017 Jan;55(1):81-83. doi: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2016.04.023. Epub 2016 May 10.

Abstract

We successfully corrected Stahl ear with a combination of scoring incisions and a conchal cartilage graft. The cymba concha was used as an onlay graft, to serve as an anatomical splint. This technique maintains the original size of the ear without an irregular contour or visible scars, and it makes it possible to reshape stiff cartilage.

Keywords: Auricular anomalies; Otoplasty; Stahl's ear.

MeSH terms

  • Ear Auricle / abnormalities*
  • Ear Auricle / surgery
  • Ear Cartilage / transplantation*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods