Journal of Otolaryngology and Ophthalmology of Shandong University ›› 2022, Vol. 36 ›› Issue (4): 12-16.doi: 10.6040/j.issn.1673-3770.0.2021.234

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Bilateral ossification of the auricular cartilage: a case report and literature review

LIU Bo, XIAO Xuping, LI Yunqiu, ZHOU En, GUO Renbin   

  1. Department of Otorhinolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan Normal University / Hunan provincial People's Hospital, Changsha 410005, Hunan, China
  • Online:2022-07-20 Published:2022-07-11

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Abstract: Objective The study aimed to explore the pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnostic basis, differential diagnoses, and treatment methods of auricular cartilage ossification. Methods The clinical data of a patient with auricular cartilage ossification was retrospectively analyzed. A review of related literature was included for summary. Results The pathogenesis of auricular cartilage ossification is yet to be elucidated. Obvious discomfort is not a common finding; however, a few cases may present with local pain, hearing loss, and other symptoms. Computerized tomography of the temporal bone aids in diagnosis, but histopathological examination dictates the final diagnosis. Patients with no obvious symptoms may opt for temporary observation. However, surgical management is the treatment of choice if quality of life and function are affected. Conclusion Auricular cartilage ossification is relatively uncommon in clinical practice, and currently, no treatments have been developed to reverse its course. Active risk identification and early intervention are key to prevent disease progression.

Key words: Auricular cartilage ossification, Petrified auricle, Ectopic ossification, Ectopic calcification, Elastic cartilage

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  • R765.21
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