A Different Type of ‘Glue Ear’: Report of an Unusual Case of Prominent Ears

Abstract

Prominent ears is a condition that can cause extreme psychological distress in young people. This cosmetic deformity can be corrected by otoplasty, an outpatient surgical procedure that is associated with a high rate of patient satisfaction. We report the unusual case of a teenage boy who had repeatedly applied cyanoacrylate adhesive (“superglue”) to his postauricular skin in an attempt to pin back his prominent ears. This case of “glue ear” was ultimately resolved by successful otoplasty, although the residual effects of the glue resulted in delayed healing of the surgical wound.