Successful replantation of a completely avulsed ear by microvascular anastomosis

Plast Reconstr Surg. 1980 Jun;65(6):820-3. doi: 10.1097/00006534-198006000-00017.

Abstract

A successful case of replantation by microvascular anastomoses of a completely avulsed ear is presented. Technical aspects critical to success are discussed. The superior result compared to conventional reconstruction is emphasized.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Amputation, Traumatic / surgery*
  • Ear, External / blood supply
  • Ear, External / injuries*
  • Ear, External / surgery
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Microcirculation / surgery
  • Microsurgery
  • Replantation*
  • Transplantation, Autologous
  • Veins / transplantation