Question
What are the causes of congenital preauricular sinus? I have congenital preauricular sinus, and now it’s a bit swollen, but not painful or red. What should I do? Can congenital preauricular sinus be cured?
Answer
The purpose of the surgery is to completely remove all sinus tracts beneath the skin and directly debride the wound postoperatively. The advantages of the surgery include: (1) The incision allows for full exposure and complete removal of the sinus, focus, and scars. It thoroughly eliminates blind spots, preventing infection postoperatively. Additionally, the incision has minimal tension, and there is no need for skin grafting to repair the scar. The incision is designed at the hairline where the outer ear and the angle of the solar plexus meet. The postoperative appearance is aesthetic, with good results. (2) It can heal through the initial surgery, saving treatment time, shortening the treatment process, and reducing the psychological and economic burden on the patient and their family.