Pseudocyst of the auricle
Other namesAuricular endochondrial pseudocyst,[1] Cystic chondromalacia,[1] Endochondral pseudocyst,[2] and Intracartilaginous cyst[1]
SpecialtyDermatology

Pseudocyst of the auricle is a cutaneous condition characterized by a fluctuant, tense, noninflammatory swelling on the upper half of the ear, known as the auricle or pinna.[1][2]: 681 [3][4][5] It is called a "pseudocyst" because it is not a true cyst, but rather a collection of fluid or blood trapped within the tissue layers of the auricle.

Pseudocysts of the auricle are usually painless and may occur due to trauma or injury to the ear, such as a blow to the ear or repetitive pressure on the area. They are typically benign and do not pose significant health risks. However, they can cause cosmetic concerns or discomfort for some individuals.

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  1. ^ a b c d Rapini, Ronald P.; Bolognia, Jean L.; Jorizzo, Joseph L. (2007). Dermatology: 2-Volume Set. St. Louis: Mosby. ISBN 978-1-4160-2999-1.
  2. ^ a b James, William D.; Berger, Timothy G.; et al. (2006). Andrews' Diseases of the Skin: Clinical Dermatology. Saunders Elsevier. ISBN 978-0-7216-2921-6.
  3. ^ Glamb, Roman; Kim, Robert (1984). "Pseudocyst of the auricle". Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 11 (1): 58–63. doi:10.1016/S0190-9622(84)70135-6. ISSN 0190-9622. PMID 6736353.
  4. ^ Lim, C. M.; Goh, Y. H.; Chao, S. S.; Lynne, Lim (2002). "Pseudocyst of the Auricle". The Laryngoscope. 112 (11): 2033–2036. doi:10.1097/00005537-200211000-00022. ISSN 0023-852X. PMID 12439175. S2CID 26489593.
  5. ^ Vishwakarma, S.K.; Deepak Gupta; S. K. Verma (1987). "Pseudocyst of the Auricle". Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery. 39 (4): 170. doi:10.1007/BF03024762.

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