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Tan, S.T.; Wright, A.; Hemphill, A.; Ashton, K.; Evans, J.H. | ||||
| Title | Correction of deformational auricular anomalies by moulding: Results of a fast-track service | Type | Journal Article | ||
| Year | 2003 | Publication | New Zealand Medical Journal | Abbreviated Journal | Access is free to articles older than 6 months, and abstracts. |
| Volume | 116 | Issue | 1181 | Pages | |
| Keywords | Infants; Neonatal nursing; Teamwork | ||||
| Abstract | This paper reports the result of a fast-track referral service in treating deformational auricular anomalies using moulding therapy, by employing nurses who were familiar with the indications and technique, working in close liaison with plastic surgeons. The type and severity of the auricular anomaly were documented both clinically and photographically before and three months following cessation of treatment. Assessment of the results was made by comparing the pre- and post-treatment photographs and by a postal questionnaire, which was dispatched to the parents of the patients three months after treatment was discontinued. All parents of the 30 infants felt that auricular moulding was worthwhile. The authors conclude that this is an effective treatment strategy that will largely negate the need for surgical correction of deformational auricular anomalies. | ||||
| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ 568 | Serial | 554 | ||
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