Bronchogenic cyst: an unusual cause of lump in the neck

Bronchogenic cysts are rare congenital benign lesions that are usually detected in the paediatric patient with symptoms of infection or compression on vital structures. They are rarely diagnosed in the adult population. We present a case of bronchogenic cyst presenting as a lump in the neck in an ad...

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Published in:Journal of laryngology and otology 1998-09, Vol.112 (9), p.893-894
Main Authors: Rapado, F., Bennett, J. D. C., Stringfellow, J. M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biological and medical sciences
Bronchogenic Cyst - diagnostic imaging
Bronchogenic Cyst - surgery
Humans
Male
Mediastinal cyst
Medical sciences
Middle Aged
Neck
Pneumology
Radiology in Focus
Tomography, X-Ray Computed
Tumors of the respiratory system and mediastinum
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Summary:Bronchogenic cysts are rare congenital benign lesions that are usually detected in the paediatric patient with symptoms of infection or compression on vital structures. They are rarely diagnosed in the adult population. We present a case of bronchogenic cyst presenting as a lump in the neck in an adult patient. Radiological imaging helped to diagnose this lesion accurately before any form of intervention. Complete surgical excision is the treatment of choice.
ISSN:0022-2151
1748-5460
DOI:10.1017/S0022215100142008