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Ep. 250 Preauricular Pits: Workup & Surgical Management with Dr. Eric Berg and Dr. Eric Gantwerker
BackTable ENT
33 minutes
1 month ago
Ep. 250 Preauricular Pits: Workup & Surgical Management with Dr. Eric Berg and Dr. Eric Gantwerker
From asymptomatic dimples to chronic infections—here’s how experts navigate the spectrum of preauricular pits. In this episode of the Back Table ENT podcast, pediatric otolaryngologists Dr. Eric Gantwerker and Dr. Eric Berg discuss the surgical management of Preauricular Pits with host Dr. Gopi Shah.
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SYNPOSIS
The conversation covers the etiology of preauricular pits, their presentations, decision-making for excision, surgical techniques, post-operative management, recurrence, and valuable tips in preauricular pit management. The doctors also touch upon collaboration with facial plastics and the importance of communication with families.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction 03:11 - Common Presentations & Management of Preauricular Pits06:17 - Differential Diagnoses and Imaging13:56 - Surgical Considerations and Techniques18:51 - Managing Recurrent Infections19:07 - Skin Flap Techniques19:55 - Excising Chronic Wounds23:07 - Post-Op Management24:46 - Revision Surgery Insights29:08 - Final Tips and Pearls
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RESOURCES
Dr. Eric Gantwerker https://www.northwell.edu/find-care/find-a-doctor/dr-eric-alan-gantwerker-md-ms-1144482662
Dr. Eric Berg https://www.wellstar.org/physicians/eric-berg-md
BackTable ENT
The BackTable ENT Podcast is a resource for otolaryngologists to learn tips, techniques, and practical advice on all things ear, nose, and throat. Tune in to the BackTable ENT Podcast every week for candid conversations about rhinology, laryngology, otology, and head and neck surgery.
