Open AccessDarwin’s Tubercle: Review of a Unique Congenital Anomaly
Author(s) -
Tiffany Y. Loh,
Philip R. Cohen
Publication year - 2016
Publication title -
dermatology and therapy
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.181
H-Index - 27
eISSN - 2193-8210
pISSN - 2190-9172
DOI - 10.1007/s13555-016-0109-6
Subject(s) - tubercle , darwin (adl) , anomaly (physics) , biology , genetics , computer science , physics , bacteria , condensed matter physics , software engineering , bacilli
"Darwin's tubercle" is a term used to describe an atavistic swelling of the posterior helix that is present in some individuals. Little is known about its prevalence, characteristics, and function. With growing interest in the individuality of external ear patterns and its possible applications to personal identification, more knowledge about this tubercle is warranted.