An unusual localization of a bronchogenic cyst: Cervical region—A case report

Summary 

Objective: In that report, we present an unusual localization of a bronchogenic cyst which was the low anterior cervical region. Methods: A 4 years old girl admitted to our clinic with a mass located in the low anterior cervical region. In physical examination, there was a 3cm×3cm, painless, semi-mobile mass in cervical region. Results: Surgical intervention revealed a 3cm×3cm, multilocular infectious fluid filled cyst that was appeared as an abscess. Histopathological diagnosis was bronchogenic cyst. Conclusions: Although the incidence of a bronchogenic cyst is rare, it must be considered in the differential diagnosis of the cervical masses.

Keywords: Bronchogenic cyst, Cervical region, Child