Acute Pseudomonas chondritis as a sequel to ear piercing.

Turkeltaub, S H; Habal, M B · Ann Plast Surg · 1990

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A patient is reported who had Pseudomonas chondritis secondary to ear piercing. The cause, pathogenesis, symptoms, and diagnosis of acute chondritis are discussed. Principles of treatment are enumerated.

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