Predictors of 30-day complications, readmission, and postoperative length of stay in children undergoing autologous rib grafting for microtia.

Microtia reconstruction using autologous cartilage is a relatively safe procedure with low complication and readmission rates. Significant predictors of postoperative outcomes include inpatient status, race, developmental delay, and age. These findings highlight the importance of considering these factors in surgical planning and patient counseling.