Congenital Nasal Dermoid Cysts and Fistulas: Case Reports

Abstract

Eleven patients who underwent surgical excision of nasal dermoid cysts or fistulas are reported. The patients are discussed according to the aetiology, sex distribution, location on the nose, and possible inheritance. Our surgical results are satisfactory with only one case which required reoperation. We found that late diagnosed cysts had a higher frequency of deep involvement and therefore required more extensive surgery.