Secondary reconstruction of the external ear destroyed by burns. Indications and techniques. Apropos of 30 clinical cases
Firmin, F.
Annales de Chirurgie Plastique et Esthetique 40(3): 252-263
1995
ISSN/ISBN: 0294-1260 PMID: 7574402 Document Number: 444743
Reconstruction of an ear destroyed by burns raises several difficulties related to the presence of associated lesions. The essential element determining the indication for reconstruction is the possibility to cover a three dimensional cartilaginous graft with skin. Depending on the local condition of the skin, retroauricular skin, a temporal fascia flap or preliminary expansion may be indicated. Reconstruction should be performed when the chances of obtaining a good result are sufficient in a motivated patient. If these conditions are not satisfied, prosthesis should be proposed.