Treatment of microtia in children

Small ear malformation in children is a common congenital ear malformation, which will have a certain impact on the appearance and hearing of children. This article will introduce the treatment of microtia in children in detail, including surgical treatment and non-surgical treatment, as well as precautions after treatment.

1、 Surgical treatment

1. Reconstruction of auricle

Auricle reconstruction is one of the main methods to treat microtia in children. The operation is usually carried out when the child is about 6 years old. At this time, the ear of the child is basically mature, and the operation effect is good. During the operation, doctors will select appropriate materials for auricle reconstruction according to the child's ear conditions, such as autologous rib cartilage, silicone, etc.

2. External auditory canal plasty

For children with microtia accompanied by stenosis or atresia of external auditory canal, external auditory canal plasty is also required. The purpose of the operation is to restore the normal shape and function of the external auditory canal and improve hearing.

2、 Non operative treatment

1. Wear hearing aid

For hearing impaired children with microtia, hearing aids can be worn to improve hearing. Hearing aids can help children hear sounds better and promote language development.

2. Psychotherapy

Children with microtia may have a certain impact on children's psychology, such as inferiority, anxiety, etc. Therefore, parents need to pay attention to their children's mental health, carry out psychological treatment in time, and help children build self-confidence.

3、 Precautions after treatment

1. Keep ears clean

After the operation, parents need to keep their children's ears clean to avoid infection. You can use normal saline or alcohol to wipe your ears, but be careful not to use too much force.

2. Avoid hitting ears

After the operation, the child's ear is relatively fragile, so it is necessary to avoid bumping the ear to avoid affecting the surgical effect.

3. Regular review

After the operation, parents need to take their children to recheck regularly according to the doctor's requirements, so as to find problems and deal with them in a timely manner.

4、 Conclusion

The treatment of microtia in children needs to choose the appropriate treatment according to the specific situation of the child. Surgical treatment is the main method of treatment, but non-surgical treatment can also play an auxiliary role. After treatment, parents need to pay attention to the child's care and rehabilitation and help the child recover as soon as possible.

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