Auricular hematoma: Difference between revisions
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[[Maxillofacial Trauma]] | |||
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Revision as of 08:37, 21 November 2011
Background
- Separation of perichondrium from underlying cartilage tears the adjoining blood vessels
- Subperichondrial blood collection -> increased cartilage growth -> cauliflower ear
Treatment
- Evacuate the clot
- Make semi-circle incision inside the inner curvature of the helix or antihelix
- Remove hematoma by gentle suction or curettage
- Prevent re-bleeding
- Pack the helix w/ petroleum jelly-impregnated gauze
- Place regular gauze both in front of and behind the ear
- Circle the head with a compressive wrap
- Antibiotics
- Only indicated for immunocompromised patients
- Cover pseudomonas and S. aureus
Disposition
- Discharge
See Also
Source
- Tintinalli