[The ear of a boxer from Canary islands].
The canary fight is a sport with traditional character deeply-rooted in Spain. The pinna rubbing by bodies contact in hand-to-hand combat produce a typical deformity. We present this pathology not only due to its specific pathogenesis but also as part of the cultural patrimony of Canary Islands (Fortunate Islands).
Hospital Materno Infantil, Universidad de las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
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Navarrete
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Benítez
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Vasallo
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Osorio
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Perera
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D000328:Adult; D001914:Boxing; D004431:Ear, External / Q000293:injuries*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013030:Spain