Korean J Otolaryngol-Head Neck Surg.  2000 May;43(5):545-548.

A Case of Endoscopic Approach of Epidermoid Cyst Arising in the Inner Surface of Nasal Bone

• Bang JH
• Han JH

Abstract

The midline dermoid cysts are rare congenital lesions that occur either solitary or in association with various craniofacial disorders. The growth of these lesions can cause nasal and midfacial disfigurement, recurrent localized infection, and symptoms consistent with an intranasal lesion (e.g., obstruction). Complete excision is necessary, otherwise the epithelial-lined tract (s) can regenerate, often resulting in chronic drainage and intermittent infection. We present an unusual case of congenital midline nasal epidermoid cyst in an 19-year-old girl for whom no radiographic evidence of transcranial extension was found. Transnasal endoscopic access without craniotomy was used to remove the epidermoid cyst arising in the inner surface of nasal bone.

Keyword

Epidermoid cyst; Nasal cavity; Endoscopic surgery

MeSH Terms

Craniotomy
Dermoid Cyst
Drainage
Epidermal Cyst*
Female
Humans
Nasal Bone*
Nasal Cavity
Young Adult