Effective treatment of auricular hematomas can be a challenging problem for both the otolaryngologist and the patient. Recurrence rates are high even with proper drainage and bolstering. The hole-punch technique is a powerful tool to address the difficult problem of recurrent auricular hematomas and avoid disfiguring deformities of the ear. Laryngoscope, 133:814-817, 2023.
Keywords: auricular hematoma; cauliflower ear; recurrent; wound healing.
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