Congenital deformity of the ear Deformities of the ear are classified under microtia. The various grades of microtia manifest from the mildest to the most severe. Anotia or absence of an external ear is the most severe form. A Stahl ear is one where there is deformity of the cartilage of the ear. Rib cartilage...

Microtia deformity correction surgery The congenital underdevelopment of the external ear is defined as microtia. A completely undeveloped external ear is known as anotia. Anotia is the most extreme manifestation of microtia. Microtia is one of the birth defects that can appear in isolation or in conjunction with a syndrome. Some common syndrome that present...