Paediatric subepidermal calcified nodule of the ear

Document Type

Journal Article

Publication Date

10-6-2023

Journal

BMJ case reports

Volume

16

Issue

10

DOI

10.1136/bcr-2023-255106

Keywords

Ear, nose and throat/otolaryngology; Paediatrics; Pathology

Abstract

Subepidermal calcified nodules are benign entities that can be seen in the head and neck region and are part of a family of calcifying disorders known as calcinosis cutis, in which calcium is deposited in subcutaneous tissue. We describe a middle aged childhood boy with a rapidly enlarging ear mass of unknown aetiology who presents for otolaryngologic evaluation. In this case, surgical excision provided both definitive diagnosis and sufficient treatment. Although uncommon, it is important to recognise these lesions in order to appropriately counsel patients on management options and rule out underlying disorders that may be responsible for the pathology.

Department

Surgery

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