Microtia & Absent Ear — Ear Reconstruction, Lahore
Board-certified. Two-stage reconstruction. Real ear framework, not implants alone.
Microtia is a condition present from birth in which a child has an absent or underdeveloped ear. Dr. Saleem reconstructs the ear over two stages, at a fraction of the cost this surgery commands worldwide.
FCPS · FACS · Rib Cartilage & Implant Techniques
What is microtia?
Some children are born without an ear, or with a very small, underdeveloped one — a condition called microtia. Absent or small ears are treated over two stages: in the first, rib cartilage is harvested and moulded into an ear shape; in the second, the ear is brought into its proper position. This is one of the most technically demanding and expensive procedures in plastic surgery worldwide — offered here at a significantly more affordable cost.
Microtia surgery cost in Lahore, Pakistan
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Full two-stage reconstruction | PKR 300,000 – 600,000 |
Final cost depends on the degree of ear deformity. This is a long, technically complex, and expensive surgery throughout the world — we offer it at an affordable cost without compromising the two-stage standard of care.
Stages of microtia treatment
Stage 1
Takes 6–8 hours. Either rib cartilage or an ear implant is inserted into an ear pocket to build the framework. Hospital stay of 3–5 days required.
Stage 2
Performed 6 months after the first surgery. The reconstructed ear is brought into its normal position. This stage takes around 2 hours.
Options for microtia treatment
Rib cartilage
The patient’s own rib cartilage is harvested and carved into an ear framework — the standard, most durable approach.
Ear framework implants
A synthetic framework is used instead of harvested cartilage, avoiding a rib donor site.
Artificial or prosthetic ear
A non-surgical, removable prosthetic option for patients who are not candidates for or do not want reconstructive surgery.
Side effects
Side effects include pain, swelling, haematoma, exposure of the cartilage framework, and skin necrosis. Given the complexity of this surgery, choosing an experienced reconstructive surgeon is essential to minimizing these risks.
Why patients choose this surgeon for microtia
- Am I overpaying, or is this good value?
- PKR 300,000–600,000 here for a full two-stage reconstruction — a fraction of what this technically demanding surgery costs internationally.
- What if rib cartilage isn’t the right option for my child?
- Implant frameworks and prosthetic options are also genuinely offered, not just the rib cartilage default.
See The Results First
Microtia surgery before & after
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Microtia questions patients ask first
Why is microtia surgery done in two stages?
The first stage builds the ear framework (rib cartilage or implant) and requires a hospital stay of 3–5 days. The second, performed 6 months later, brings the reconstructed ear into its correct final position — this staged approach gives the best long-term result.
Is rib cartilage the only option?
No — ear framework implants and prosthetic (artificial) ears are also available, depending on the case and patient preference.
What are the risks?
Pain, swelling, haematoma, exposure of the cartilage framework, and skin necrosis are recognized risks of this complex surgery, managed by an experienced reconstructive surgeon.
How much does treatment cost?
PKR 300,000–600,000 for the full two-stage reconstruction, depending on the degree of deformity — a fraction of the cost internationally.
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