Update on Total Auricular Construction | Journal CME Article-Journal CME Article: Update on Total Auricular Construction Video 3 of 5

Journal CME Article: Update on Total Auricular Construction Video 3 of 5

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The process of rib harvesting involves careful dissection down to the external oblique muscle, identifying the ideal splitting location based on rib cartilage and distinguishing between ribs 6 to 9 through palpation. The access point is typically between ribs 7 and 8, although it may vary. Perforator vessels found between ribs 6 and 7 must be ligated above the cartilage. The dissection retains the entire perichondrium intact, focusing on separating muscle from perichondrium at the rib's periphery. The cartilage is carefully cut, elevating the sternal end. The 6th, 7th, and 8th ribs are used for crafting the base frame, helix, and antihelix respectively.

Keywords

rib harvesting

external oblique muscle

perichondrium

cartilage dissection

perforator vessels