External ear pathologies Flashcards
1
Q
What is auricular hematoma?
and what is a common complication of it?
A
Separation of the perichondrium from the cartilage of the ear.
Common complication is a cauliflower ear
2
Q
Management of auricular hematoma
A
- Insertion
- Drainage
- Pressure drainage
- Antibiotics
3
Q
What is otitis externa?
A
Inflammation of the outer ear
4
Q
How is otitis externa managed?
A
Antibiotics
Suction
NO cotton wool
5
Q
What is Malignant otitis externa ?
A
Osteomyelitis of the temporal bone
6
Q
Presentation of malignant otitis externa?
A
- Severe pain
- Granulomatous inflammation in the External auditory meatus
- Cranial nerve palsies can present
7
Q
Management of malignant otitis externa
A
Antibiotics for weeks/months
