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 |