Winer's Dilated Pore: Rare Presentation in the External Ear Canal
November 2001
in “
Auris Nasus Larynx
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Studysummary This case report presents a rare instance of Winer's dilated pore in a 51-year-old female, emphasizing its pathological features and the need for accurate differential diagnosis to avoid misinterpreting it for more serious conditions.
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A 51-year-old female presented with a discharging right ear that did not respond to treatment. Examination revealed a rare case of Winer's dilated pore, a benign hair follicle tumor, in the ear canal. This condition can mimic more serious lesions like squamous or basal cell carcinoma due to its keratotic plug and potential bone erosion. The study highlighted the importance of accurate diagnosis to avoid unnecessary aggressive treatment. This was the first reported case of Winer's dilated pore in the ear canal in English literature.
