Korean J Otorhinolaryngol-Head Neck Surg.  2011 Jul;54(7):501-503. 10.3342/kjorl-hns.2011.54.7.501.

Ceruminous Adenoma Mimicking Otofuruncle in the External Auditory Canal

• Kim SW
• Choi JH

• KMID: 2277265
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.3342/kjorl-hns.2011.54.7.501

Abstract

Tumor arising from the ceruminous glands of the external ear canal are very rare and can present a diagnostic dilemma because of their varied clinical and histologic manifestations. We experienced an external auditory canal mass that looked like otofuruncle but was identified as a ceruminous adenoma. A wide local excision with clear margins was made to prevent recurrences. Herein, we report this case and discuss the importance of wide excision. To our knowledge, only one pediatric case has been reported, making this case the second published report of this tumor in childhood.

Keyword

External auditory canal; Adenoma

MeSH Terms

Adenoma
Ear Canal
Recurrence