Abstract:

Objective　To explore the correction of mild to moderate cup ear by using antihelical fold formation technique.

Methods　From January 2017 to December 2018, 46 cases of mild to moderate cup ear correction were performed. Under thor

ough preoperative evaluation, the proper antihelical fold formation technique was applied for the correction. Results　All the

patients had no complications. The follow-up time ranged from 3-12 months with six months on average. The overall satisfaction

of the patients was promising. The bilateral symmetry of both sides and the appearance of the corrected ear were significantly

improved. Forty-three patients (93.48%) were“satisfied”

or“acceptable”

with the surgical effect. Conclusion　The proper uti

lization of the antihelical fold formation technique can achieve satisfying result of correction for most of the mild to moderate cup

ear patient. The surgical technique and the surgery planning are simple and the surgical injury is small.

Key words:

Cup ear, 　Antihelical fold, 　Otoplasty