Dermoid Cyst Connected with the Lacrimal Canaliculum

An infant had a 3 × 1.5-cm congenital, slow-growing, lobulated tumor below the right inferior eyelid. The mass transilluminated, and needle aspiration yielded tears. Dacryocystography showed a large cystic area connected with the lower lacrimal canailcuium. Histoiogicaily, the tumor proved to be a dermoid cyst. This association has not been reported previoualy. Surgical excision and suture of the pedicuie resulted in permanent cure.