Cauliflower ear, also known as wrestler’s ear, is a deformity caused by blunt auricular trauma. A hematoma forms in the outer ear, disrupting the cartilage’s blood supply and producing necrosis and inflammation. Fibrocartilaginous overgrowth occurs, forming the characteristic cauliflower-like appearance. Cauliflower ears are challenging to correct and typically require difficult surgical techniques similar to those used in otoplasty and microtia repair. Thus, cauliflower ear is best prevented by prompt treatment of auricular hematomas, typically with needle aspiration or surgical evacuation followed by applying a compressive dressing.This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance learners’ proficiency in evaluating and managing cauliflower ear deformity. Participants gain deeper insights into the condition’s pathophysiology, evaluation process, and treatment options. Learners become equipped to collaborate within an interprofessional team caring for patients with or at risk for cauliflower ear deformity.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/19028
- 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)
ABOS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
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, All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), General Otolaryngology, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Sports Medicine