Modern methods of cartilaginous microtia reconstruction.

IF 1.4 4区医学 Q2 OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY

Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery Pub Date : 2026-08-01 Epub Date: 2026-06-09 DOI:10.1097/MOO.0000000000001135

Debbie R Pan, Randall A Bly, Kathleen C Y Sie, Amit D Bhrany

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Purpose of review: The purpose of this manuscript is to review current literature of modern cartilaginous microtia reconstruction techniques and describe evolving biotechnological advancements within this field. We additionally offer opinions on technical refinements from our institutional experience with autologous rib cartilage reconstruction performed for nearly 30 years.

Recent findings: Autologous rib cartilage reconstruction is the gold standard for microtia treatment. There is active research in developing alternative framework materials, including allogenic and tissue-engineered cartilage. Advancements in technology such as three-dimensional bioprinting play an increasing role in the personalization and precision of auricular reconstruction.

Summary: Microtia reconstructive surgery presents a challenge in balancing aesthetic goals with minimal morbidity. Cartilage offers framework strength as well as pliability for custom shaping. Tissue-engineered cartilage for microtia is promising, prompting research in this field focused on elucidating long-term durability and safety. A robust understanding of cartilaginous options for auricular reconstruction in the context of modern evidence and technology can improve both patient and surgeon satisfaction.

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小软骨重建的现代方法。

综述目的：本文的目的是回顾现代微软骨重建技术的最新文献，并描述该领域不断发展的生物技术进展。此外，我们还根据我们近30年自体肋软骨重建的机构经验提供技术改进意见。最近的发现：自体肋软骨重建是治疗小畸形的金标准。在开发替代框架材料方面有积极的研究，包括同种异体和组织工程软骨。三维生物打印等技术的进步在耳廓重建的个性化和精密化方面发挥着越来越重要的作用。摘要：小脑重建手术提出了平衡美学目标与最低发病率的挑战。软骨为定制塑形提供框架强度和柔韧性。组织工程软骨用于小体是很有前途的，促使该领域的研究集中在阐明长期耐久性和安全性。在现代证据和技术的背景下，对耳廓重建的软骨选择的充分理解可以提高患者和外科医生的满意度。

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期刊介绍： Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery is a bimonthly publication offering a unique and wide ranging perspective on the key developments in the field. Each issue features hand-picked review articles from our team of expert editors. With eleven disciplines published across the year – including maxillofacial surgery, head and neck oncology and speech therapy and rehabilitation – every issue also contains annotated references detailing the merits of the most important papers.