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Management of a First Branchial Cleft Cyst in a Pediatric Patient: A Case Report
Josiah Williams1, Azwan Halim Abdul Wahab1, Wan Ishlah Leman1
1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, International Islamic University Malaysia, Kuantan, MYS.
Insights
First branchial cleft cysts present diagnostic challenges in children. This case report details managing a Work type II cyst in a one-year-old, focusing on diagnosis and minimizing complications.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Congenital Anomalies
- Head and Neck Surgery
Background:
- First branchial cleft cysts are rare congenital anomalies in pediatric patients.
- Variable clinical presentations, including neck masses and infections, pose diagnostic challenges.
- Misdiagnosis is common in young children due to less defined anatomical landmarks.
Abstract:
First branchial cleft cysts are rare congenital anomalies in the pediatric population. The variable clinical presentations, ranging from asymptomatic neck masses to recurrent infections or otorrhea, pose significant diagnostic challenges, especially in young children, where anatomical landmarks are less defined, and misdiagnosis is common. This case report presents a detailed analysis of a Work type II first branchial cleft cyst in a one-year-old girl, emphasizing diagnostic strategies, imaging modalities, and individualized management considerations to optimize outcomes while minimizing complications such as facial nerve injury.
