Epidermoid cyst: highlights on diagnosis and magnetic resonance imaging features

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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

Citação

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.