Synonym(s)
Elastotic nodules of the ear; Elastotic nodules ot the ear
HistoryThis section has been translated automatically.
Carter, 1969
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
A single or multiple, circumscribed papular or nodular "elastomer" in sun-damaged skin of the anthelix of the auricle.
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EtiopathogenesisThis section has been translated automatically.
Probably the result of excessive actinic damage to the skin of the auricles.
ManifestationThis section has been translated automatically.
Predominantly white men are affected. Median age of onset: 62 years.
Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.
Isolated or multiple, also on both sides 0.4-0.8 cm large, firm, asymptomatic, whitish or reddened papules and nodes with an orange-like fielded surface structure.
HistologyThis section has been translated automatically.
Hyperkeratosis, hyperpigmentation, in the entire dermis irregularly distributed masses of elastic material. Degenerative damage can also be detected in the cartilage itself. No signs of inflammation.
Differential diagnosisThis section has been translated automatically.
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Not necessary. Biopsies are necessary for diagnostic reasons to rule out malignancy.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Carter VH et al (1969) Elastotic nodules ot the anthelix. Arch Dermatol 100: 282-285
- Lewis GK et al (2004) Aquired disorders of elastic tissue: Part I. Increased elastic tissue and solar elastotic syndromes. JAAD 51: 1-21
- Requena L et al (1989) Elastotic nodules ot the ears. Cutis 44: 452-454
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