Plastic reconstruction of the auricle
The procedure is also known as the ear surgery, correction of the auricles or plastic surgery on protruding ears
When is the surgical procedure required?
The procedure is performed to improve patient’s self-esteem and physical appearance.
What does the surgery include?
A correction of the protruding or irregular ears is performed under general anaesthesia in a way that the auricle is remodeled and positioned closer to the head, so that it looks natural.
How to get prepared?
Day before surgery a patient should eat light food and stop smoking and drinking alcohol and not take anything orally after a night’s sleep.
Related tests and examinations:
Otorhinolaryngologist examination and physical examination and tests indicated by the anaesthesiologist (laboratory tests, ECG, heart and lung X-ray scan, physical examination by other specialist) should be performed.