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External auditory canal atresia (EACA) in children is a condition where the ear canal fails to develop.
214-456-6862
Fax: 214-456-7115
469-497-2504
Fax: 469-497-2510
469-488-7000
Fax: 469-488-7001
469-303-5000
Fax: 214-867-9511
Request an Appointment with codes: Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT)
EAC is typically discovered at birth during the newborn examination, but occurs during the first trimester. A genetic cause has been identified in some patients.
EACA is a feature of several syndromes including:
Patients with EAC atresia are typically referred by their primary care doctor to an otolaryngologist (ENT specialist).
Atresiaplasty (canaloplasty)
This involves the creation of a new ear canal and ear drum with possible reconstruction of the ear bones. This procedure is performed no sooner than 4 to 5 years of age unless a patient has bilateral atresia. Management of the new ear canal after surgery can be challenging in younger patients secondary to cooperation issues.
Most surgeons prefer to address the malformed external ear prior to performing an atresiaplasty. Performing an atresiaplasty prior to repairing the external ear is sometimes preferred by surgeons who use an implant as opposed to rib cartilage