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Epidermoid Cyst in Inguinal Canal: A Rare Presentation.

Authors :
Singh S
Singh J
Joshi BM
Sandhu MS
Kumar A
Source :
Nigerian journal of surgery : official publication of the Nigerian Surgical Research Society [Niger J Surg] 2017 Jul-Dec; Vol. 23 (2), pp. 138-140.
Publication Year :
2017

Abstract

The patients presenting with lump in inguinal area are mostly suspected as hernias. Epidermoid cyst commonly presenting in head and neck region rarely may develop from inguinal canal structures. We present here a rare case of epidermoid cyst measuring 7×8 cm as a content of inguinal canal diagnosed by ultrasonography. Surgical excision was done and confirmed as epidermoid cyst by histopathology. We conclude that cutaneous cysts in inguinal area may be a presentation and should be kept in mind for differential diagnosis.<br />Competing Interests: There are no conflicts of interest.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1117-6806
Volume :
23
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Nigerian journal of surgery : official publication of the Nigerian Surgical Research Society
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
29089741
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.4103/njs.NJS_47_16