Trigeminal Neuralgia versus Posttraumatic Greater Auricular Neuroma: Resolving a Diagnostic Dilemma with Ultrasound Guidance
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: This case report details the occurrence of a greater auricular neuroma following the excision of a soft tissue tumor of the left side of the neck. The neuroma was successfully managed using an ultrasound-guided hydro-dissection technique, involving a mixture of 20 ml of 0.125% Ropivacaine and 8 mg Dexamethasone, resulting in significant pain relief. The patient’s symptoms, diagnostic approach, treatment procedure, and outcomes are discussed. To our knowledge, this is the first case report describing ultrasound guided hydro-dissection of greater auricular neuroma. Clinical evaluation is of utmost importance in diagnosis of Greater auricular neuroma and ultrasound guided hydro-dissection provides quick diagnostic and therapeutic possibility in the management of them.
Source: Indian Journal of Pain
Institution: Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
Language: English
Subfield: Pathology and Forensic Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7117779485