Abstract:Background:Reconstruction of Grade III microtia is a challenging entity in maxillofacial esthetic rehabilitation. Several advocacies and philosophies exist in this field. The aim of the manuscript is to present a single South Indian Experience with Ear reconstruction among South Indian Population.Materials and Methods:Retrospective analysis of unilateral Grade III microtia reconstruction was performed. Using a set of predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria, the population was selected. Outcome measures in … Show more
“…Eventually, twenty-five publications were included in this review. 17 , 22 , 23 , 24 , 25 , 26 , 27 , 28 , 29 , 30 , 31 , 32 , 33 , 34 , 35 , 36 , 37 , 38 , 39 , 40 , 41 , 42 , 43 , 44 , 45 Figure 1 Overview of the entire study selection process. …”
Section: Resultsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Table 1 presents the characteristics of the 25 studies that were included in this scoping review. Included articles evaluated protrusion (distance from mastoid and/or auriculocephalic angle), 17 , 22 , 26 , 27 , 28 , 29 , 31 , 32 , 35 , 36 , 38 , 40 , 42 ear size (length, width, area, and perimeters), 23 , 25 , 26 , 30 , 34 , 35 , 36 , 37 , 39 , 41 , 42 , 43 bilateral position or symmetry, 26 , 33 , 44 and fine structures of the ear. 24 , 35 , 36 Most studies used physical metric tools and computer-based software to measure these parameters.…”
Section: Resultsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Twelve different methods, described by eight studies, were used to measure the distance from the helix to the mastoid [“Distance” column in Table 2 ]. 22 , 27 , 28 , 31 , 32 , 38 , 40 , 42 Seven methods were applied to measure the angle between the auricle and its adjacent mastoid surface (auriculocephalic angle) in eight studies [“Angle” column in Table 2 ] 17 , 26 , 27 , 29 , 32 , 35 , 36 , 38 but one of them had no clear definition. 27 Various landmarks on the helix were chosen for these measurements.…”
“…Eventually, twenty-five publications were included in this review. 17 , 22 , 23 , 24 , 25 , 26 , 27 , 28 , 29 , 30 , 31 , 32 , 33 , 34 , 35 , 36 , 37 , 38 , 39 , 40 , 41 , 42 , 43 , 44 , 45 Figure 1 Overview of the entire study selection process. …”
Section: Resultsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Table 1 presents the characteristics of the 25 studies that were included in this scoping review. Included articles evaluated protrusion (distance from mastoid and/or auriculocephalic angle), 17 , 22 , 26 , 27 , 28 , 29 , 31 , 32 , 35 , 36 , 38 , 40 , 42 ear size (length, width, area, and perimeters), 23 , 25 , 26 , 30 , 34 , 35 , 36 , 37 , 39 , 41 , 42 , 43 bilateral position or symmetry, 26 , 33 , 44 and fine structures of the ear. 24 , 35 , 36 Most studies used physical metric tools and computer-based software to measure these parameters.…”
Section: Resultsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Twelve different methods, described by eight studies, were used to measure the distance from the helix to the mastoid [“Distance” column in Table 2 ]. 22 , 27 , 28 , 31 , 32 , 38 , 40 , 42 Seven methods were applied to measure the angle between the auricle and its adjacent mastoid surface (auriculocephalic angle) in eight studies [“Angle” column in Table 2 ] 17 , 26 , 27 , 29 , 32 , 35 , 36 , 38 but one of them had no clear definition. 27 Various landmarks on the helix were chosen for these measurements.…”
“…2 These range from simple conventional dental moulds, 1 acrylic based resins, 2 silicon Foleys catheter, 3 and thermoplastic materials, to dressing techniques 4 and spectacle frames. 5 These have limited application owing to scarce availability, difficult compliance, cost, and the necessity to replace daily under supervision. Some are bulk and cumbersome, making it difficult to retain in place and socially embarrassing for children.…”
Background Maintaining ear projection and preservation of cephaloauricular sulcus from obliteration following graft contracture is a challenge following staged microtia reconstruction. Authors have designed simple, effective, and easy-to-use splints to ensure improved aesthetic outcomes and patient compliance.
Materials and Methods This is a prospective study over 3 years including 8 patients of both sexes aged 6 to 12 years. Custom-made ear splints were designed separately for females and males and used to maintain ear projection. Projection of the ear was measured postoperatively and at follow-up using goniometer and photographic records. Outcome was assessed in terms of cephaloauricular angle, conchal depth, pain, cost-effectiveness, splint retention period, and aesthetics.
Results and Conclusion Maximal follow-up was 2 years. The splint effectively maintained ear projection of more than 30 degrees. Patient compliance was optimal, and no major complications were associated with its prolonged use.
“…Costal Cartilage or costa grafts are widely used in the clinical fields because of their good biological compatibility, no rejection and easy survival characters compared with other materials. Autologous costal cartilages can be grafted and carved into the shapes of nasal dorsum or auricula, which are quite common in rhinoplasty and ear reconstruction 1 – 3 . Besides costochondral grafts are also considered to be ideal donor tissues for temporomandibular joint reconstruction as there is a low incidence of complications at the donor site, good adaptability to the mandibular ramus and incorporation of the head of cartilage tissue.…”
To assess characteristics of Chinese costal cartilage and costa calcification using Dual-Energy computed tomography(DECT). 154 patients who underwent chest DECT scanning were included in our study. They were divided into following groups: less than 30 years old, 31–40 years old, 41–50 years old, 51–60 years old and over 60 years old. The sixth, seventh and eighth costal cartilages and costas were evaluated. Calcification patterns of cartilage were classified as central(C), peripheral(P), mixed(M) and no calcification(N) types. Calcification degree of cartilage was distinguished as 1(0–25%), 2(26–50%) and 3(>50%). CT value, calcium and water concentrations were measured in costal cartilage, cortical or cancellous bone respectively. An increasing C pattern of cartilage was displayed in females, while P type preferred in males as age increased. Calcification degree generally changed from 1 to 2 or 3 in females. CT value and calcium concentration of cartilage went through a gradual rising course and peaked in their 40–50 years, while those two indices of cancellous bone decreased gradually since their 50 years in females. The findings suggest a gradual calcification of the costal cartilage took place before 40–50 years old and a sharp bone loss of the costa happened after 40–50 years old in females.
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