Nasolabial cyst: report of case

Area of Science:

• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Dermatology
• Pathology

Background:

• Nasolabial cysts are rare developmental or acquired cysts.
• They typically present in adult females, though etiology remains debated.
• Differential diagnosis can be complex due to varied presentations.

Observation:

• A case of a nasolabial cyst in a female patient is presented.
• The lesion exhibited a radiolucent appearance, complicating initial diagnosis.
• Presence of Staphylococcus aureus, a common nasal flora, interfered with contrast medium use.

Findings:

• The nasolabial cyst diagnosis was confirmed despite initial diagnostic challenges.
• Staphylococcus aureus presence precluded the use of radiopaque contrast for cyst delineation.
• Surgical excision resulted in a favorable outcome for the patient.

Implications:

• This case reinforces the predilection of nasolabial cysts for women.
• It highlights the importance of considering differential diagnoses in cystic lesions.
• Effective surgical management can lead to satisfactory results in nasolabial cyst cases.