Do cartilage grafts weaken in the long term?

January 21, 2015
Asked By:CindyBL in Miami, FL

Does the ear, rib or septal cartilage used for structural support like columella and alar batten grafts weaken over the years or even decades? Can one expect such grafts to literally last a lifetime?

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April 28, 2021

Answer: Cartilage changes over the long term

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April 28, 2021

Answer: Cartilage changes over the long term

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