Branchial cyst of the second pharyngeal pouch: case report in a 2-year-old patient

Authors

  • Tula Dariela Ayquipa-Arrospide Instituto Nacional de Salud del Niño San Borja.
  • Giuliana del Carmen Aliaga-Perez Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia
  • Diana Lisset Fernandez-Ochoa Instituto Nacional de Salud del Niño San Borja.
  • Edgar Jesús Salas-Moscoso Instituto Nacional de Salud del Niño San Borja.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35434/rcmhnaaa.2024.173.2454

Keywords:

Branchial Cyst, Pharyngeal Pouch, Neck, Transoral Surgery, Pediatric

Abstract

Introduction: Branchial arch malformations originate from the incomplete obliteration of the clefts and pouches in embryological development, constituting the second cause of congenital head and neck mass in pediatric ages. Case of report: The clinical presentation depends on the branchial arch involved. We present the case of a 2-year-old boy who presented frequent episodes of stridor and intermittent fever since 6 months after birth. Computed tomography showed a cystic-looking lesion located in the right pharyngeal mucosal space with extension to the oropharynx. The lesion was resected by a transoral endoscopic approach. The pathological report was compatible with a branchial cyst of the second pharyngeal pouch. Conclusion: The diagnostic suspicion of congenital branchial malformations and their correct identification are essential for timely treatment in pediatric ages.

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Author Biographies

Tula Dariela Ayquipa-Arrospide, Instituto Nacional de Salud del Niño San Borja.

  1. Médico Patólogo

Giuliana del Carmen Aliaga-Perez, Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia

  1. Médico Radiólogo

Diana Lisset Fernandez-Ochoa, Instituto Nacional de Salud del Niño San Borja.

  1. Médico Radiólogo

Edgar Jesús Salas-Moscoso, Instituto Nacional de Salud del Niño San Borja.

1. Médico Cirujano de Cabeza y Cuello

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Published

2024-11-19

How to Cite

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Ayquipa-Arrospide TD, Aliaga-Perez G del C, Fernandez-Ochoa DL, Salas-Moscoso EJ. Branchial cyst of the second pharyngeal pouch: case report in a 2-year-old patient. Rev. Cuerpo Med. HNAAA [Internet]. 2024 Nov. 19 [cited 2024 Dec. 22];17(3). Available from: https://cmhnaaa.org.pe/ojs/index.php/rcmhnaaa/article/view/2454