EAR Flashcards
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Discuss perichondirits
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An infection of the connective tissue of the ear taht covers teh cartilaginous auricle or pinna.
Cartilage is almost always involved with abscess formation and cavitation. - Can lead to signifiacnt disfigurement if left untreateted. Lobe is usually spared
Common causes inlcude minor trauma, burns and ear piercing. Damage to cartilage is not a necessary prereq
Most commonly caused by pseudomonas but staph species are also responsible, e.coli
Treatment involves coverage with antipsuedomnoal + skin coverage. ENT review/referral +- debridement of any abscess or necrotic cartilage.
