Pediatric Dermoid Cysts
Pediatric Dermoid Cysts
A dermoid cyst is a mature cystic teratoma (slow growing tumor) that contains structures characteristic of normal skin. In pediatric patients, dermoid cysts are small discreet masses that occur most commonly in the head and neck, especially near the lateral eyebrow (side of the eyebrow).
What are Pediatric Dermoid Cysts?
Generally, a cyst is a closed sac with an intact covering that is distinct (or separated) from the nearby tissues. These sacs may vary in size and may contain a variety of body fluids or tissues. The number of different kinds of cysts that can occur in children is quite large. In general, most of these cysts are benign (doesn’t threaten health or life) and slow growing.
What are the signs and symptoms of Pediatric Dermoid Cysts?
- Lump under the skin
- Slight blue color
What are the causes of Pediatric Dermoid Cysts?
These cysts are present at birth and happens when the skin layers do not grow together as they should.
How are Pediatric Dermoid Cysts treated?
The only reliable treatment for dermoid cysts is surgery to remove it. Dermoid cysts often contain both a cyst wall and a central mass of cheese-like material. This material is often viscous or thick and is not well treated by aspiration (insertion of a needle). In order to fully remove the cyst, surgical excision and removal of all components of the cyst is generally required.
Your child's doctor will discuss treatment options with you and your child.
Pediatric Dermoid Cysts Doctors and Providers
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Alex Kane, MD Plastic and Craniofacial SurgeonDivision Director at Children's Health Associate Professor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Alex Kane's Full ProfileBoard Certification:
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Adam Alder, MD Pediatric SurgeonAssociate Professor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Adam Alder's Full Profile
Adam Alder, MDPediatric Surgeon
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Christopher Derderian, MD Plastic and Craniofacial SurgeonAssistant Professor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Christopher Derderian's Full Profile
Christopher Derderian, MDPlastic and Craniofacial Surgeon
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Diana Diesen, MD Pediatric SurgeonAssociate Professor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Diana Diesen's Full Profile
Diana Diesen, MDPediatric Surgeon
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Barry Hicks, MD Pediatric SurgeonProfessor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Barry Hicks's Full Profile
Barry Hicks, MDPediatric Surgeon
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Stephen Megison, MD Pediatric SurgeonProfessor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Stephen Megison's Full Profile
Stephen Megison, MDPediatric Surgeon
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American Board of Surgery/Pediatric Surgery -
Joseph Murphy, MD Pediatric SurgeonProfessor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Joseph Murphy's Full Profile
Joseph Murphy, MDPediatric Surgeon
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American Board of Surgery/Pediatric Surgery -
Samir Pandya, MD Pediatric SurgeonFaculty Associate at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Samir Pandya's Full Profile
Samir Pandya, MDPediatric Surgeon
Board Certification:
American Board of Surgery/Pediatric Surgery,
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Faisal Qureshi, MD Pediatric SurgeonAssociate Professor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Faisal Qureshi's Full Profile
Faisal Qureshi, MDPediatric Surgeon
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American Board of Surgery/Pediatric Surgery -
Mark Ryan, MD Pediatric SurgeonAssistant Professor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Mark Ryan's Full Profile
Mark Ryan, MDPediatric Surgeon
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American Board of Surgery/Pediatric Surgery -
David Schindel, MD Pediatric SurgeonAssociate Professor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead David Schindel's Full Profile
David Schindel, MDPediatric Surgeon
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American Board of Surgery/Pediatric Surgery -
James Seaward, MD Plastic and Craniofacial SurgeonAssistant Professor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead James Seaward's Full Profile
James Seaward, MDPlastic and Craniofacial Surgeon
Board Certification:
General Medical Council
