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Cauliflower ear

AA41.0

Link to WHO Definition

Cauliflower ear – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1221475936

Cauliflower ear is the end result of fibrosis of the skin and soft tissues of the pinna following a traumatic subperichondrial haematoma, usually due to trauma. It manifests as permanent swelling and deformity of the ear, described as resembling a cauliflower. It is found most commonly amongst men involved in contact sports such as boxing, wrestling, martial arts and rugby football.

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