Microtia Atresia

Definition

Definition of Microtia Atresia
Microtia is a birth deformity of the ear that occurs about one in 5,000-7,000 births, depending on varying statistics in different countries and in different ethnic races. When broken down in Latin, the term “microtia” is easy to understand. Micro=small; Otia=ear. Typical microtia, grade 3, looks like a little sausage-shaped Wrinkle of skin. A grade 2 microtia is a less severe form and often looks like a miniature ear. Grade 1 microtia is a minimally deformed ear. (see Fig. 5 in the “Variations of Microtia” section of the web site). In 90 percent of microtia, only one side is involved. There are twice as many right-sided microtias than left; microtia involves boys 65 percent of the time and girls 35 percent (see Table 1 in the web site).

Symptoms

Symptoms of Microtia Atresia
The exact cause (etiology) of microtia is somewhat obscure, but one sure thing is that the parents did not cause it and should not feel guilty. Although feelings of guilt are common amongst parents with a child having microtia, they certainly had nothing to do with the occurrence of the microtia, which is merely a “roll of the dice.” Children with microtia are great little kids who will lead normal productive lives with the support of their parents, family, physicians and friends.

Causes

Causes of Microtia Atresia
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Diagnosis

Diagnosis of Microtia Atresia
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Treatment

Treatment of Microtia Atresia
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Prognosis

Prognosis of Microtia Atresia
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Prevention

Prevention of Microtia Atresia
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