Shape Optimization of Costal Cartilage Framework Fabrication Based on Finite Element Analysis for Reducing Incidence of Auricular Reconstruction Complications

Skin necrosis is the most common complication in total auricular reconstruction, which is mainly induced by vascular compromise and local stress concentration of the overlying skin.Previous studies generally emphasized the increase in the skin flap blood supply, while few reports considered the mechanical factors.However, skin injury is inevitable

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