An Unusual Case of Epidermal Inclusion Cyst of Maxilla

Abhishek, Vaidya; Sharma, Anita; Dabholkar, Jyoti; Abhijit, Raut

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“…This cyst may also be acquired or secondary due to the insertion of epidermal elements into the dermis posttraumatically or iatrogenically, so it has also been termed as the epidermal inclusion cyst. 2 Epidermoid cyst has to be differentiated from the dermoid cyst by the lack of skin adnexa such as hair follicles or sebaceous gland, which is present in the dermoid cyst. These lesions are more frequent in young adults and rarely occur in infants, 3 but, in our case, it was present in a child.…”

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Epidermoid Cyst of the Tongue—A Rare Case

Jain

2019

International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry

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Introduction Epidermoid cysts are commonly found in various part of the body, but its occurrence in the oral cavity is relatively rare. Case presentation Present case highlights the importance of involvement of epidermoid cyst within the tongue in 10-year-old child. Discussion The occurrence of epidermoid cyst within the tongue is an extremely rare phenomenon and only few cases have been reported in the literature. Clinically they are painless, slowly growing mass causing difficulty in breathing, eating and swallowing Imaging modalities most importantly; ultrasonography helps in the evaluation of the lesion. However, histopathology remains the mainstay for definitive diagnosis in such conditions. Conclusion From the present case, it is concluded that such type of cases needs to be reported as it highlights the importance of keeping the rarities in mind along with common lesions while making a diagnosis. How to cite this article Jain M. Epidermoid Cyst of the Tongue—A Rare Case. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2019;12(1):80–82.

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Epidermoid Cyst of the Tongue—A Rare Case

Jain

2019

International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry

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Epidermoid Cyst of the Temporal and Infratemporal Region: A Rarity

Jith,

Ramaraj,

Uppada

2024

J. Maxillofac. Oral Surg.

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Epidermoid Cyst of Tongue

Lakshmi¹,

Somashekara²,

Ns³

2011

An International Journal of Otorhinolaryngology Clinics

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Introduction Epidermoid cyst is a rare cyst in head and neck region. We report a case of epidermoid cyst of tongue presented in a girl child. Case report A female child presented with a swelling in her tongue. The swelling was excised completely. A diagnosis of epidermoid cyst of tongue was made. The diagnosis was confirmed by histopathology. There was no recurrence after 6 months follow-up. Conclusion Epidermoid cyst of tongue is a rare tumor of tongue. Complete excision does not cause recurrence.

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An Unusual Case of Epidermal Inclusion Cyst of Maxilla

Abstract: Introduction: Epidermal inclusion cyst is a relatively common condition usually associated with trauma, with characteristic presentation, and seen in the extremities. However, it is an uncommon entity in the head and neck region.

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Epidermoid Cyst of the Tongue—A Rare Case

Epidermoid Cyst of the Tongue—A Rare Case

Epidermoid Cyst of the Temporal and Infratemporal Region: A Rarity

Epidermoid Cyst of Tongue

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