Acanthoma fissuratum

J Laryngol Otol. 1991 Apr;105(4):301-3. doi: 10.1017/s0022215100115683.

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.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Ear, External / pathology*
  • Ear, External / surgery
  • Eyeglasses
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Polyps / pathology*
  • Polyps / surgery
  • Skin Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Skin Neoplasms / surgery