Understanding Atresia Microtia
Exploring Atresia Microtia and Surgical Treatments Atresia Microtia is a congenital condition that manifests as a deformity of the outer ear, or the pinna, and a narrow or missing ear canal, respectively. The word ‘microtia’ is derived from the Greek phrases ‘micros’ meaning small, and ‘otia’ meaning ear. This condition is present from birth and