Seborrheic Keratosis in the Auricle: A Rare Tumor

Ear Nose Throat J. 2019 Oct-Nov;98(9):560-561. doi: 10.1177/0145561319830069. Epub 2019 Feb 12.

Abstract

Seborrheic keratosis (SK) is a common, benign, cutaneous skin tumor of the elderly patients. It is commonly observed in the head, neck, trunk, and extremities except the palms and soles. Its occurrence in the auricle has been reported even more rarely than in external auditory canal. We experienced rare SK in the auricle that was completely removed and did not recur.

Keywords: auricle; elderly; seborrheic keratosis; skin.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Ear Auricle / pathology*
  • Ear Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Humans
  • Keratosis, Seborrheic / pathology*
  • Male