This study aims to improve surgical outcomes for children and young adults with ear differences severe secondary to congenital conditions (like microtia, a condition where the ear is underdeveloped), trauma (such as dog bites), or surgical resections secondary to skin cancer. The investigators have developed a novel medical device to shape cartilage into pre-determined shapes that, once assembled, assists the surgeon in creating an anatomically accurate cartilaginous ear framework, reduce surgery time, and minimize wire need. Other factors that might affect the quality of surgical outcomes will be examined in clinical trial participants.
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Evaluate the results of patient and parent satisfaction with the constructed ear's shape and appearance and compare the results between the hand-carved cohort and the AuryzoNâ„¢ EAR 2.0 cohort using a four-question survey.
Timeframe: From the beginning of the study to the end at 5 years
Evaluating reduction in operative time between the two techniques.
Timeframe: From the beginning of the study to the end at 5 years
Evaluating reduction in assembly time between the two techniques.
Timeframe: From the beginning of the study to the end at 5 years
Evaluating reduction in wire usage between the two techniques
Timeframe: From the beginning of the study to the end at 5 years
Evaluation of cartilage stability
Timeframe: From the beginning of the study to the end at 5 years
Evaluation of resorption rates
Timeframe: From the beginning of the study to the end at 5 years