Articles
Infection after SUPOR Ear Reconstruction for Microtia. What to do?
An infection after a SUPOR Ear Reconstruction for Microtia can be an early complication that requires immediate attention and care. Superficial cutaneous infection and cellulitis…
Hemangioma vs. Vascular malformation, that is the question!
Hemangiomas are often misdiagnosed with vascular malformations and vice-versa. In this blog, we will shed some light into this and clarify some concepts. …
Injury to the frontal branch of the facial nerve during SUPOR™ ear reconstruction
Injury to the frontal branch of the facial nerve is also an adverse event that can occur during the procedure. This usually happens when…
SUPOR™ Implant Fracture in Microtia Reconstruction
Implant fracture in SUPOR™ ear reconstruction can occur at any time. It can be very subtle and would present with a change in shape…
Early exposure or impeding exposure of SUPOR™ implant in Microtia Reconstruction
Most implant exposures occur within 4 months of the ear reconstruction. An impeding exposure or an early exposure are early complications that require immediate…
Do all Pierre Robin Sequence patients have Cleft Palate? A little history on Pierre Robin Sequence
There is a large misconception that all patients with Pierre Robin Sequence have a Cleft Palate. They don't. Pierre Robin sequence was described in…
Why do we operate on Craniosynostosis?
Craniosynostosis refers to a premature closure of cranial suture(s). Its incidence ranges from 1/1,800 to 1/2,500 live births. I can either be isolated or involve…
Dermoid cyst excision
A dermoid cyst is a congenital benign lesion that often occurs at the level of the lateral eyebrow or in the midline, right above…