• _stranger_@lemmy.world
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      3 months ago

      exactly my thought. You have no choice, an ear is going to be grafted to somewhere on your body. Why NOT choose the center of your forehead? especially if it’s temporary.

      unless the damage was so severe the foot was the best spot :(

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          3 months ago

          You are right regarding the first reason for the placement:

          Per SCMP, Qiu said they chose the foot because the arteries and veins there are compatible with those found in the ear. The foot’s skin and soft tissue are also similarly thin to the head’s.

        • Telex@sopuli.xyz
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          3 months ago

          Also, the scalp was damaged and healing. Forehead might not have been a great place even if it was otherwise a great place.