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Non-syndromic Bilateral Branchial Cyst: A Case Report.
Nor Azirah Salahuddin1, Saravana Selvi Sanmugam2, Azreen Zaira Abu Bakar2
1Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Surgical-based Department, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia.
Oman Medical Journal
|June 14, 2023
Summary
Bilateral branchial cleft cysts are uncommon, but this case highlights a non-syndromic occurrence in a young woman. Early surgical removal is crucial for preventing recurrence and complications.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Developmental Biology
Background:
- Branchial cleft cysts typically present unilaterally on the neck's lateral aspect.
- Bilateral presentations are rare and can be associated with genetic factors.
Observation:
- A 23-year-old woman experienced chronic, painless, bilateral neck swellings.
- The swellings progressively enlarged over time.
Findings:
- The patient underwent complete surgical excision of the bilateral cysts.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of bilateral branchial cleft cysts.
- The case was non-syndromic, indicating no associated genetic disorders.
Implications:
- Accurate diagnosis and prompt, complete surgical excision are vital for managing branchial cleft cysts.
- Early intervention can minimize the risk of recurrence and associated complications.
