Aggravation of Relapsing Polychondritis due to the Infection and Its Manifestation on a Nasal Tip Graft.

Journal: Clinical And Experimental Otorhinolaryngology
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Abstract

Relapsing polychondritis (RP) is an uncommon systemic disease that is characterized by episodic and progressive inflammation of the cartilaginous structures, which can be very debilitating and in some instances life-threatening. The pathogenic pathways of RP are largely unknown. However, several hypothesis have been suggested. We had an interesting case of aggravation of RP due to the infection. Graft cartilage on the nasal tip was affected by RP also. This case can give a clue of revealing the pathogenesis of RP. We introduce a case with a review of the literature.

Authors
Seung Son, Woo-hee Han, Jae Park, Hyun Hong, Sung Yoon, Soo-chan Jung, Mi Kim, Young-jin Kim, Hyun-seok Lee, Soo Son, Woo Cho
Relevant Conditions

Relapsing Polychondritis