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Published on: May 1, 2015
[A case of cervical lymphoepithelial cyst]
Alper Nabi Erkan1, Filiz Aka Bolat, Ismail Yilmaz
1Department of Otolaryngology, Medicine Faculty of Başkent University, Ankara, Turkey. alpernabierkan@yahoo.com
Summary
Lymphoepithelial cysts are benign neck lesions typically diagnosed via histopathology. Surgical excision is the standard treatment, with this case showing a successful outcome.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Pathology
Background:
- Lymphoepithelial cysts are rare, benign neck masses of uncertain origin.
- Diagnosis often relies on histopathologic examination after surgical excision.
- They typically present as asymptomatic swellings in the lateral neck.
Observation:
- A 43-year-old female presented with a left neck swelling.
- Computed tomography revealed a cystic lesion.
- Fine needle aspiration cytology suggested a benign epithelial cyst.
Findings:
- Histopathologic examination confirmed the lesion as a lymphoepithelial cyst.
- The patient underwent total excision of the cyst.
- No postoperative complications were reported.
Implications:
- This case highlights the diagnostic and therapeutic approach to lymphoepithelial cysts.
- It underscores the importance of histopathologic confirmation for definitive diagnosis.
- Successful surgical management leads to favorable patient outcomes.
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