Abstract
Congenital auricular anomalies are common sources of aesthetic concern and psychosocial
distress for both children and their parents. Only one-third of these anomalies self-correct,
leaving a large need for acceptable corrective methods. Otoplasty is often the standard
treatment; however, newer nonsurgical methods, including splinting and molding in
the neonatal period, have shown favorable results without the complications of surgical
intervention and with the advantage of early intervention. These treatment options
have not yet been widely adopted in Western countries due to delayed diagnosis of
auricular deformities and confusion regarding treatment indications and technique.
Keywords
neonatal ear anomalies - auricular deformation - splinting - molding - nonsurgical
management
