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Acute Pseudomonas chondritis as a sequel to ear piercing
1Arizona Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery Center, Scottsdale.
Annals of Plastic Surgery
|March 1, 1990
Summary
Pseudomonas chondritis, an infection of the ear cartilage, can occur after ear piercing. This report details the case, causes, and treatment of this rare condition.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Ear piercing is a common cosmetic procedure.
- Cartilage infections (chondritis) are serious and can lead to deformity.
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa is an opportunistic pathogen.