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Deroofing of auricular pseudocyst: our experience
Vinay S Bhat1, Shilpa2, Nitha2
1Assistant Professor, Department of Ear, Nose and Throat, Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences , B.G Nagara, Mandya District, Karnataka, India .
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research : JCDR
|December 6, 2014
Summary
Surgical deroofing and compression effectively treats pseudocyst of pinna, a recurring ear condition. This method shows a 96.7% success rate, offering a cosmetically acceptable solution with minimal recurrence.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Plastic Surgery
- Surgical Innovation
Background:
- Pseudocyst of the pinna is a common condition with a high rate of recurrence.
- Existing treatments for pseudocyst of the pinna can lead to cartilage damage or cosmetic distortion.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of surgical deroofing and compression as a definitive treatment for pseudocyst of the pinna.
- To determine the recurrence rate and cosmetic outcomes of this surgical approach.
Main Methods:
- A prospective study involving 30 patients diagnosed with pseudocyst of the pinna.
- All patients underwent surgical deroofing of the pseudocyst followed by compression using buttons.
- Patients were monitored for six months post-procedure.
Main Results:
- A recurrence rate of only 3.3% (1 out of 30 patients) was observed within the six-month follow-up period.
- The single recurrence was potentially linked to the use of inadequate buttons for compression.
- The procedure yielded cosmetically acceptable results for the majority of patients.
Conclusions:
- Surgical deroofing combined with button compression is a highly effective first-line treatment for pseudocyst of the pinna.
- This technique offers a significantly lower recurrence rate compared to other available treatments.
- The procedure provides a cosmetically favorable outcome, making it a valuable option for managing this condition.
