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[Bronchogenic cervical cyst in a child]

F Borgnat1, P Lupu Bratiloveanu, C Gyenes

  • 1Service de Chirurgie Maxillofaciale et Plastique, CHU Nord, Avenue Albert-Raimond, 42270 Saint-Priest-en-Jarez, France. florent_borgnat@hotmail.com

Revue De Stomatologie Et De Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale
|February 8, 2011
PubMed

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Ectopic bronchogenic cysts are rare congenital malformations typically found at the cervical level. Complete surgical excision is crucial for managing these dysembryoplastic cysts to prevent recurrence and potential malignant transformation.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Science
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Congenital Malformations

Background:

  • Bronchogenic cysts are rare congenital malformations originating from the tracheobronchial tree.
  • Ectopic bronchogenic cysts, particularly at the cervical level, are exceptionally rare.
  • These cysts are histologically characterized by the presence of respiratory epithelium.

Observation:

  • A 5-year-old child presented with a suspected right bronchial cyst.
  • Initial radiological assessment suggested a thyroglossal tract cyst.
  • Anatomopathological examination confirmed the cyst, leading to a diagnosis of a dysembryoplastic bronchogenic cyst.

Findings:

  • Cervical bronchogenic cysts are uncommon, posing diagnostic challenges due to non-specific symptoms.
  • Preoperative diagnosis can be complex, often requiring detailed histopathological analysis.
  • Dysembryoplastic bronchogenic cysts represent a rare subtype with specific embryological considerations.

Implications:

  • Complete surgical excision is the recommended management for cervical bronchogenic cysts.
  • Early and accurate diagnosis is vital to guide appropriate surgical intervention.
  • Complete excision minimizes the risks of cyst recurrence and malignant transformation.
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