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Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Accessory tragus; Branchiogenic cartilage nevus; cartilage nevus branchiogenic; cartilaginous nevus

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HistoryThis section has been translated automatically.

Meckel 1826

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Solitary or multiple, unilateral or bilateral connective tissue or cartilaginous tubercles in the vicinity of the ear. Aetiopathogenetically, it is an overshot formation of the dorsal part of the first branchial arch, which forms the tragus.

Partial symptom of Goldenhar's syndrome and Wildervanck's syndrome.

Occurrence/EpidemiologyThis section has been translated automatically.

The anomaly occurs in one in 500-1000 newborns. In about 10% of cases, bilateral involvement is observed.

TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.

Not required. Excision if desired.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer