Cauliflower ear is seen in which of the following?
Correct Answer: Perichondritis in boxers
Description: Ans. is 'b' i.e., Perichondritis in boxers Hematoma of the auricle* It is the collection of blood between the auricular cartilage and its perichondrium.* It usually occurs due to blunt trauma and often seen in boxers, wrestlers and rugby players, therefore it is also called Boxer's ear.* Extravasated blood may clot and then organize, resulting in typical deformity called, cauliflower ear. If hematoma gets infected, severe perichondritis may set in.
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