Epidermoid cyst: highlights on diagnosis and magnetic resonance imaging features
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2010
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Purpose: Epidermoid and dermoid cysts are extremely rare developmental cysts of a benign
nature, which may occur anywhere in the body, although about 7% are found in the head
and neck. This article reports a clinical case of a patient who had an epidermoid cyst and its
magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) features.
Case report: This case discusses an epidermoid cyst in a 36-year-old woman complaining
about speech difficulty. Clinical examination revealed an extensive swelling on the floor of the
mouth. MRI findings showed a cystic homogenous lesion located underneath the mylohyoid
muscle which was removed by surgery. Histological examination of the mass confirmed the
diagnosis of an epidermoid cyst.
Conclusion: We concluded that MRI was considered useful for a more accurate diagnosis
prior to treatment.
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Epidermoid cyst, Differential diagnosis, Dermoid cyst, Magnetic resonance images, Cisto epidermóide, Diagnóstico diferencial, Cisto dermóide, Imagens por ressonância magnética
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ELIAS, Larissa Santana Arantes et al. Epidermoid cyst: highlights on diagnosis and magnetic resonance imaging features. Revista Odonto Ciência, Porto Alegre, v. 25, n. 2, p. 204-207, 2010.