About the Procedure
Congenital defects requiring plastic surgery are diverse, ranging from minor skin abnormalities to complex structural deformities. Treatment planning is highly individualised and often involves staged procedures as the child grows.
Craniosynostosis
Premature fusion of the skull bones can restrict brain growth and cause abnormal head shape. Surgical correction involves releasing the fused sutures and reshaping the skull bones to allow normal development. This is typically performed in the first year of life in collaboration with a neurosurgeon.
Syndactyly (Fused Fingers/Toes)
Separation of fused digits involves careful skin incisions and often skin grafting to create normal-looking, functional fingers. Timing of surgery is planned to optimise both function and development.
Congenital Nevi
Large or giant congenital pigmented nevi (birthmarks) carry a risk of malignant transformation and significant cosmetic impact. Staged excision with skin grafting or tissue expansion can remove these safely with good cosmetic results.
Ear Reconstruction (Microtia)
Absent or underdeveloped ears (microtia) can be reconstructed using cartilage harvested from the ribcage, sculpted into a natural ear framework and implanted beneath skin.
