Sub lingual Epidermoid Cyst in an Elderly Individual - Globus in the Oral Cavity - A Case Report and Literature Review
Abstract: Sublingual Epidermoid cyst is a rare lesion seen over floor of the mouth with a reported incidence of 1.6%. It can vary in size; symptoms can range from a complete asymptomatic presentation to a massive swelling causing airway obstruction (rare cases). Proper Clinical Examination and judicial advice of investigations such a FNAC, CT, MRI and Ultrasound can lead to diagnosis. Surgical Excision remains the main stay of treatment with very rare incidence of recurrence. In this article we reported a case of 6 x 6 cms sublingual epidermoid cyst which displaced the tongue to a greater extent and got managed by surgical excision via intraoral approach.
Keywords: Epidermoid cyst, Sub lingual, Surgical Excision, intraoral approach
How to Cite?: Dr. Meleti Venkata Sowmya, Dr. Harshita Maurya, Dr. Uma Shankar Pal, Dr. Ajay Singh, "Sub lingual Epidermoid Cyst in an Elderly Individual - Globus in the Oral Cavity - A Case Report and Literature Review", Volume 11 Issue 3, March 2022, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1381-1384, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR22327173458, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR22327173458