Update on Total Auricular Construction | Journal CME Article-Journal CME Article: Update on Total Auricular Construction Video 1 of 5

Journal CME Article: Update on Total Auricular Construction Video 1 of 5

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The process involves measuring the upper and lower poles of the ear using a healthy side as a reference to establish framework size, identifying the best-fitting template, and marking anatomical landmarks like eyebrow and hairline. The auricular rectangle is identified for correct positioning of a constructed auricle, ensuring alignment with the Frankfurt Horizontal Line. A W flap is marked from lobule to helix, accounting for asymmetry to achieve the correct posterior inclination. Templates facilitate accurate tracing and positioning on both normal and affected sides to ensure symmetry in the ear reconstruction.

Keywords

ear reconstruction

anatomical landmarks

auricular rectangle

Frankfurt Horizontal Line

symmetry