A member asked:

If cartilage of one ear was cut all the way through with scissors, how long would it take to heal with butterfly sutures applied?

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Dr. Franklyn Gergits answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Ear laceration: Hello, as i read your question, I am wondering if the severed piece of the outer ear was realigned like a puzzle piece and kept in place with the butterfly sutures. If this is indeed the case, the likely recovery of your ear to look normal is not good. The blood supply to the ear is very complex and ear trauma requires an expert's repair. I suggest going to an er for further evaluation.

Answered 6/26/2014

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