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Pseudocyst of the auricle.

BACKGROUND: Pseudocyst of the auricle is a benign swelling of the ear characterized by collection of fluid within an unlined intracartilaginous cavity. The etiology and pathogenesis of this disorder remain unknown. Various forms of management have been described in several case reports and small series.

OBJECTIVE: Description of a surgical procedure for successful management of pseudocyst of the auricle.

METHODS: Case report of a patient who declined nonsurgical treatment options following failed management with aspiration.

RESULTS: The described procedure resulted in cure of the pseudocyst with good cosmetic outcome.

CONCLUSION: Pseudocyst of the auricle can be successfully managed by surgical excision of the anterior wall of the cyst.

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