Epithelioid Hemangioma of the External Auditory Canal: A Case Report

Epithelioid hemangioma (EH) represents a rare, benign neoplastic vascular proliferation that predominantly manifests within the cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues of the head and neck region. While well-documented in areas such as the scalp and forehead, its primary occurrence within the otolaryngologic tract, specifically involving the auricle and the cartilaginous portion of the external auditory canal, remains exceedingly uncommon. Due to its overlapping clinical and radiological features with other vascular and lymphoid pathologies, EH poses a significant diagnostic challenge for clinicians and pathologists alike. This case report highlights the importance of differential diagnosis with similar vascular and lymphoid conditions.