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Published in: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery 2/2019

01-11-2019 | Original Article

Simple Tips for Ear Lobule Reconstruction-“Lobuloplasty Revisited”

Authors: Madhubari Vathulya, Vaibhav Jain, Pradeep Jain

Published in: Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery | Special Issue 2/2019

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Abstract

Lobuloplasty is one of the most common procedures done in outpatient basis. It is performed by a wide spectrum of surgeons ranging from general surgeon to plastic surgeon. Inspite of the innumerous techniques used, the ultimate aim of the surgery is to obtain a soft supple lobule with a well-hidden cosmetic scar without the complication of recurrence. Single site local anaesthesia, scoring and undermining of the lobule flaps and the introduction of a small cartilage piece in recurrent cases can change the outcome of the patients result. This article explains how subtle changes are still possible in common procedures like lobuloplasty to change the outcome of the results.
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Metadata
Title
Simple Tips for Ear Lobule Reconstruction-“Lobuloplasty Revisited”
Authors
Madhubari Vathulya
Vaibhav Jain
Pradeep Jain
Publication date
01-11-2019
Publisher
Springer India
Published in
Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery / Issue Special Issue 2/2019
Print ISSN: 2231-3796
Electronic ISSN: 0973-7707
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12070-017-1186-2

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