Pre-Auricular Sinus and its Microsurgical Excision

Abstract

Objectives: To determine the role of operating microscopic magnification in reducing its
recurrence after surgical excision of pre-auricular sinus.
Methods: All patients who underwent microscopic magnification guided surgical excision of pre-
auricular sinus were studied. Follow up was carried out for one year for recurrence and other
complications.
Results: One year follow up revealed satisfactory results regarding recurrence and post(10%)
operative complications.
Conclusions: Magnification under operating microscope gives good results regarding
recurrence, tissue trauma, wound infection, ugly scar and complete excision.