An auricular hematoma is a blood collection that either separates the pinna’s perichondrial and cartilaginous layers or lies within the cartilage. Auricular hematomas most commonly arise from glancing blows to the ear, though they may also develop spontaneously or from conditions like autoimmune disease and infection.Auricular hematomas have been described since before the original Olympic games when the ancient Greeks considered the cauliflower ear deformity—the condition’s most common sequela—a high-level wrestler’s symbol. Today, auricular hematomas sustained from high-risk activities are treated with prompt drainage and pressure dressing to prevent complications. Using ear protection during high-risk activities has been shown to reduce auricular hematoma rates significantly. Patients who undergo auricular hematoma drainage must be monitored during the first week posttreatment to ensure that blood does not reaccumulate.This activity for healthcare workers is designed to enhance learners’ proficiency in evaluating and managing auricular hematomas. Participants gain a deeper understanding of the condition’s pathophysiology, possible complications, and evidence-based assessment and treatment methods. Learners become prepared to collaborate within an interprofessional team, caring for and improving outcomes for individuals with auricular hematomas.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/18013
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABOHNS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, General Otolaryngology, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Head & Neck, Head & Neck/Oral, Hematology (Blood, BM), Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Sports Medicine, Trauma