Question

Trauma to the ear that causes tearing of the overlying tissue from the cartilaginous plate resulting in fluid accumulation is called:

Answer 1

Trauma to the ear that causes tearing of the overlying tissue from the cartilaginous plate resulting in fluid accumulation is called auricular hematoma. Auricular hematoma is a common facial injury in sports such as boxing. This condition results from direct trauma to the anterior auricle (outer ear).