Patient's question:
What are the causes of congenital preauricular fistula? Hello, I have a congenital preauricular fistula. It's a bit swollen now, but there's no edema or pain. What should I do? Can congenital preauricular fistula be cured?Doctor's answer:
The purpose of the surgery is to completely remove all subcutaneous fistulas, and wound debridement is performed immediately postoperatively.Advantages of the surgery:
(1) The incision can fully expose and completely remove the fistulas, infection foci, and scars. It thoroughly eliminates dead spaces and prevents postoperative infection. Additionally, the incision has minimal tension, and the skin scar does not require skin grafting for repair. The incision is placed at the hairline in front of the ear and near the temple angle. Postoperative appearance is aesthetically pleasing, with good outcomes.
(2) The fistula can heal spontaneously through the initial surgery, saving treatment time, prolonging the healing process, and reducing the psychological and financial burden on the patient and their family.