Outpatient Posttraumatic Auricle Reconstruction Under Local Anesthesia

J Craniofac Surg. 2021 May 1;32(3):e253-e254. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0000000000007005.

Abstract

We described an outpatient auricle reconstruction in an elderly patient after an accidental facial trauma. The procedure was carried out under local anesthesia given patient's comorbidities and acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) therapy. The patient subsequently underwent to regular follow-up. An excellent healing of the auricle injury was achieved.

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Anesthesia, Local
  • Ear Auricle* / surgery
  • Ear, External / surgery
  • Humans
  • Outpatients
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures*