Orbital dermoid cyst

Orbital dermoid cyst

Definition

A benign congenital tumor that affects the orbit. It is one of the most common orbital tumors. It is characterized by the presence of a cystic structure that is lined by keratinizing epithelium and contains adnexal structures. Complete surgical excision is curative.

Also known as dermoid cyst of orbit, dermoid cyst of the orbit, epidermal dermoid cyst, orbit dermoid cyst — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Craniocervical region Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Craniocervical region Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Orbit of skull Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Orbit of skull Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0