The Correction of Macrotia-A Case Report

Abstract

Macrotia is a form of congenital malformation of the auricle. It may affect patients' social activities as well as their self-esteem. A 10-year-old boy suffered from bilateral conchal hypertrophy. He received ear reduction under the diagnosis of macrotia. Resection of the posterior concha wall via a posterior approach and setback otoplasty were performed. The anterior skin of the concha was left intact and its redundancy was corrected by its own viscoelastic property. The result of the operation was pleasing with good aesthetic appearance, bilateral symmetry, and inconspicuous scars.