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Subcutaneous bronchogenic cysts.

C E Bagwell1, R J Schiffman

  • 1Department of Surgery, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville.

Journal of Pediatric Surgery
|November 1, 1988
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Subcutaneous bronchogenic cysts are rare head and neck lesions, typically presenting in infants and children. Early diagnosis and complete surgical excision are crucial for successful treatment and preventing recurrence.

Area of Science:

  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Developmental Biology

Background:

  • Bronchogenic cysts are congenital lung malformations.
  • Subcutaneous bronchogenic cysts are rare, with few documented cases.
  • Understanding their embryological origin is key to diagnosis.

Observation:

  • A case of a subcutaneous suprasternal bronchogenic cyst is presented.
  • A literature review identified 41 previously described cases.
  • Most cases occur in infants/children, with a male predominance.

Findings:

  • Subcutaneous bronchogenic cysts typically present in the suprasternal region.
  • Sinus tracts may be present but do not extend into the mediastinum.
  • Complete local excision is curative, but incomplete excision necessitates reoperation.

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Implications:

  • Embryological maldevelopment is the likely cause, involving "pinching off" of lung tissue.
  • Pediatric surgeons should consider these cysts in the differential diagnosis of suprasternal masses.
  • Awareness can prevent incomplete excision and potential mediastinal extension.