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Replantation of an avulsed ear, using a single arterial anastamosis

Case report published in J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg (2007)

Last Updated: June 18, 2026Reviewed by: ASH Editorial Board
Research article — evidence reviewArticle reference
Evidence: Case reportClinical LiteratureO'Toole G et al. · Journal of plastic, reconstructive & aesthetic surgery, 2008

Abstract

Avulsion of the ear is relatively uncommon and replantation a technical challenge. A case in which an avulsed ear was successfully replanted using a single arterial anastamosis is described. The surgical difficulties encountered, the pharmaceutical approach to postoperative care and the problems which resulted from the lack of venous drainage are discussed.

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Publication typeCase ReportsJournal Article
Indexed MeSH termsAmputation, TraumaticAnastomosis, SurgicalEar, ExternalHumansLeechingMaleMicrosurgeryMiddle AgedPostoperative CarePostoperative HemorrhageReplantation

Summary

Case report of an avulsed ear successfully replanted using only a single arterial anastomosis; the resulting lack of venous drainage and the postoperative pharmaceutical care are discussed.

Context

This case report describes the successful replantation of an avulsed ear using a single arterial anastomosis, with discussion of the surgical difficulties, pharmaceutical postoperative care, and problems resulting from absent venous drainage. The abstract does not mention leeching, leeches, or hirudotherapy at any point. This is a single case report focused on microsurgical technique and postoperative management.

Citation

Reference (Vancouver style)

O'Toole G, Bhatti K, Masood S. Replantation of an avulsed ear, using a single arterial anastamosis. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2008;61(3):326-329. doi:10.1016/j.bjps.2007.09.017. PMID: 18061545

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