Bloodless method of Auroplasty an Innovation to ancient method: A Case study
*1Prafulkumar Rajendrabhai Suryavanshi, * 2K. L. Mahajan, * 3Hrishita S. Dahilekar and * 4Saumya Gupta
1,3,4Department of Roga Nidana Avum Vikriti Vigyan and 2Department of Shalya Tantra Parul Institute of Ayurved and Research, Parul University Vadodara - 391760 (India) 1Mo. No. 8805307623, 1Email Id: drprafulsuryavanshi@gmail.com, ORCID ID: 0009-0006-4149-6913 2Mo. No. 9834461296, 2Email Id: drklmahajan64@gmail.com 3Mo. No. 9420090602, 3Email Id: hrishita.dahilekar86268@paruluniversity.ac.in 4Mo. No. 6387414593, 4Email Id: drsaumyaguptad@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
The ancient Indian medical text Sushruta Samhita describes various reconstructive surgical techniques, including Karna Sandhana (ear lobe repair), showcasing advanced surgical knowledge from as early as 600 B.C. With evolving surgical tools and aseptic practices, these principles are being revisited and adapted in modern minor surgeries. To demonstrate the clinical effectiveness and practical application of a bloodless auriculoplasty technique inspired by the ancient Karnapali Sandhana Vidhi described by Acharya Sushruta. A 50-year-old female patient presented with bilateral ear lobe tears, primarily due to prolonged use of heavy earrings. She exhibited no signs of infection or inflammation. Preoperative evaluation and basic investigations were within normal limits. A modern, minimally invasive surgical approach was adopted, employing intestinal clamps to control bleeding and ensure atraumatic handling of tissues. Under local anaesthesia, the torn ear lobule was surgically repaired using clamps, sharp dissection, raw surface approximation, and fine suturing with Ethilon 3-0. The entire procedure followed a “bloodless” protocol with emphasis on precision and minimal tissue trauma.