Earlobe reconstruction with an inferior pedicle flap

Abstract

This article describes an inferior pedicle flap for earlobe reconstruction. The inferior pedicle flap was designed and marked according to the shape and size of the normal earlobe. The required flap was raised and folded to constitute a new earlobe and then sutured to the incised inferior edge of the earlobe defect. The donor site was directly closed. The reconstructed earlobe featured reliable vascularization and resulted in a natural appearance. No skin graft was needed for the donor site. The postoperative scars are short and concealed. The inferior pedicle flap is expected to provide a new idea for earlobe reconstruction.