Management of auricular hematoma using a thermoplastic splint.
Several methods have been described in the literature for the management of acute auricular hematoma. Herein, we review the pathogenesis of auricular hematoma, describe the various treatment modalities, and report a case in which a thermoplastic splint was used to prevent recurrence of hematoma in a patient with immune thrombocytopenic purpura.
Henderson
J M
JM
Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Maryland, Baltimore,USA. jhenders@umaryland.edu
Salama
A R
AR
Blanchaert
R H
RH
D000368:Aged; D004427:Ear Diseases / Q000628:therapy*; D004431:Ear, External / Q000293:injuries; D006406:Hematoma / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013165:Splints