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Acanthoma fissuratum

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

M. R. Thomas ,
H. A. Sadiq  and
E. A. A. Raweily
M. R. Thomas*
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology.
H. A. Sadiq
Affiliation:
Department of Pathology.
E. A. A. Raweily
Affiliation:
Department of Pathology.
*
M. R. Thomas F.R.C.S. Ed., ENT Department, Victoria Infirmary, Glasgow.
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Abstract

Acanthoma fissuratum secondary to the use of spectacles is a rare clinical finding associated with an ill-fitting frame. An interesting case is presented to highlight such a problem. Surgical excision of such lesions is recommended with advice to the patient regarding the suitable fitting of spectacles.

Keywords

Acanthoma fissuratumAuricle
Type
Clinical Records
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 105 , Issue 4 , April 1991 , pp. 301 - 303
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1991

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