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1Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Modbury Hospital, University of Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. cy-tan@hotmail.com
Objective:
To report an unusual case of a primary mastoid cyst (congenital or developmental) in a patient without otological symptoms.
Method:
Case report and review of the English language literature.
Results:
Primary mastoid cyst is a newly reported and very rare pathological entity. Mastoid cysts usually occur secondary to chronic infection, inflammation or trauma. Review of the medical literature highlights the rarity of this condition.
Conclusion:
This report describes the experience gained by the diagnosis and management of this patient. It emphasises the importance of clinical vigilance so that proper treatment may be instituted in a timely manner.
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