Transoral approach to excision of massive dermoid cysts in pediatric patients: A case series

• DOI: 10.1016/j.xocr.2021.100265
• Publication Date: 2021-01-29T16:16:20Z
• Authors: Bryce Noblitt; Harper Wilson; Kenneth Iverson
• Keywords: Dermoid cyst; Floor of mouth

Floor of mouth (FOM) dermoid cysts are a rare but clinically significant lesion the head and neck. Classically, large have been excised via transcervical approach, although limits transoral approach expanding. The majority FOM present in midline, true lateral reported. In this case series, we describe 3 pediatric patients who all underwent successful excision massive cysts, along with literature review. Massive cystic lesions were identified on preoperative imaging. averaged 6 × 4.3 5 cm successfully removed approach. Two median ventral incision one trans-sublingual to FOM. When needed, geniohyoid muscle was divided gain access cyst. All intact, partial, controlled decompression performed aid dissection. There no post-operative complications. important cause neck masses that challenging satisfying surgical opportunity. is viable option for superior mylohyoid.