Cryptotia
Cryptotia is the condition where an ear appears to have its upper portion buried underneath the side of the head. The condition also involves underdeveloped scapha and antihelical crura. Cryptotia is also known as buried ear or hidden ear.[2]
| Cryptotia | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Familial cryptotia[1] |
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| This condition is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner | |
Treatment
Cryptotia is often treated through surgery which involves releasing the ear from its buried position, reshaping the cartilage and using local tissue to resurface the released cartilage.[3]
See also
- Otoplasty
- Ear shaping
- Otolaryngology
References
- "OMIM Entry - 123557 - CRYPTOTIA, FAMILIAL". omim.org. Retrieved 30 March 2019.
- Bray, Jr., M.D., David. "Cryptotia". Retrieved December 28, 2011.CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
- University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, School of Medicine. "Cryptotia". Retrieved December 28, 2011.CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
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