Macrotia
Encyclopedia
Macrotia refers to an ear
which is larger than would be expected.
In some cases, surgery (otoplasty
) is performed to reduce the size.
Ear
The ear is the organ that detects sound. It not only receives sound, but also aids in balance and body position. The ear is part of the auditory system....
which is larger than would be expected.
In some cases, surgery (otoplasty
Otoplasty
Otoplasty denotes the surgical and non-surgical procedures for correcting the deformities and defects of the pinna ; and for reconstructing a defective, or deformed, or absent external ear, consequent to congenital conditions and trauma...
) is performed to reduce the size.