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Original Article | Otorhinolaryngology | Volume 15 Issue 4, April 2026 | Pages: 389 - 392 | India
Clinical Study of Benign Lesions of Pinna in Tertiary Care Centre
Abstract: Background and Objectives: The pinna is a crucial component of the peripheral auditory system, contributing significantly to facial aesthetics and sound collection. Benign lesions of the pinna, though not uncommon in clinical practice, have not been comprehensively studied as a group. This study aimed to examine the various types of benign lesions of the pinna presenting to a tertiary care ENT department and to determine their proportion, demographic distribution, and clinical characteristics. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted over 18 months (December 2020 to June 2022) in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Rajarajeswari Medical College and Hospital, Bengaluru. A total of 58 patients with clinically diagnosed benign lesions of the pinna were enrolled after obtaining informed consent. History taking, clinical examination, relevant investigations, and management details were recorded. Data were analysed using SPSS version 20. Results: The mean age of the study group was 31.14 ± 13.05 years. The majority of patients were in the 21-30 years age group (41.4%). Males constituted 51.7% and females 48.3% of cases. Keloid was the most common benign lesion (41.4%), followed by auricular pseudocyst (13.8%), auricular sebaceous cyst (6.9%), and dermoid cyst (6.9%). Among keloid patients, the 21-30 years age group was most affected (41.7%), and females predominated (91.7%). Male patients predominantly presented with auricular pseudocyst, sebaceous cyst, and dermoid cyst (13.3% each). Conclusion: Keloid was the most frequent benign lesion of the pinna, predominantly affecting young females, likely due to ear-piercing practices. Early clinical diagnosis and appropriate management, including complete excision with intralesional steroid therapy, are essential to prevent recurrence and cosmetic deformity.
Keywords: Benign lesions, Pinna, Auricle, Keloid, Auricular pseudocyst, Auricular sebaceous cyst
How to Cite?: Dr. Manali P Joshi, Dr. Shishir D Gosavi, Dr. Rahul S Gosavi, "Clinical Study of Benign Lesions of Pinna in Tertiary Care Centre", Volume 15 Issue 4, April 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 389-392, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26402100743, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26402100743