Publication date: Available online 10 February 2017
Source:European Annals of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Diseases
Author(s): J.R. Gandy, A. Foulad, K.K. Chao, B.J.F. Wong
Objective/hypothesisTo develop an injection-based enzymatic technique that selectively softens cartilage tissue for reshaping cartilaginous structures in the head and neck.Materials and methodsTwo groups were formed using fresh rabbit ears: (1) whole rabbit ear group; (2) composite graft group (2.5mm×3.0cm specimens sectioned from the central region of the pinna). Subperichondrial injections using three enzymes (hyaluronidase, pronase, and collagenase II) in sequence were performed for the experimental specimens from both groups. In the control specimens, phosphate buffered saline was injected in a similar fashion. The whole ear specimens were then photographed while held upright in the anatomical vertical position to evaluate for buckling, which corresponds to the integrity of the cartilage. In addition, backlight photography was performed for all specimens to further evaluate the effect of the enzymes, such that increased light intensity represents increased cartilage digestion.ResultsThe application of the digestive enzymes resulted in marked reduction of cartilage tissue matrix resiliency, while preserving overlying skin layers. Enzymatically treated whole pinnae buckled at the site where enzymes were delivered. Backlit images revealed increased local light intensity at the regions of digestion. There was no obvious destruction of the overlying skin upon visual inspection.ConclusionsThis study demonstrates the feasibility of injectable chondroplasty as a potential alternative method to conventional surgery for auricular cartilage reshaping. Sequential injection of hyaluronidase, pronase, and collagenase II into the subperichondrial space can be performed to digest and soften cartilage structure with minimal involvement of surrounding tissue. Future studies will need to include chondrocyte viability testing and optimization of delivery techniques.
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