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Pseudocyst of the auricle
T J Hoffmann1, T F Richardson, R J Jacobs
1Department of Dermatology, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, California.
The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology
|March 1, 1993
Summary
Surgical excision of the anterior cyst wall offers a successful treatment for pseudocyst of the auricle, a benign ear swelling. This method provides a definitive cure with excellent cosmetic results for this common ear condition.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Plastic Surgery
- Dermatology
Background:
- Pseudocyst of the auricle is a benign, fluid-filled ear swelling within an unlined intracartilaginous cavity.
- The exact cause and development of this condition are not fully understood.
- Existing management strategies are based on limited case reports and small studies.