A SIMPLIFIED TECHNIQUE OF OTOPLASTY - THE TEMPORARY KAYE SUTURE

The prominent or top ear is often characterized by the absence of the antihelical fold. Various methods have been described to correct the d eformity. Many involve placement of permanent sutures to reform the ca rtilage into the proper shape to correct the deformity. Marking the an tihelical fold on the cartilage can be difficult and time-consuming wh en performing an otoplasty. By placing several percutaneous stay sutur es from the anterior we are able to adjust the level of fold finely on the antihelix. We describe a technique that is simple, quick, and pre cise.