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=== Genetics ===
=== Genetics ===
=== Histology ===
=== Histology ===
=== Epidemiology ===
Nasal dermoids make up approximately 10% of head and neck dermoids, and approximately 1% of all dermoids.<ref>McCaffrey TV, McDonald TJ, Gorenstein A. Dermoid cysts of the nose: review of 21 cases. Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. 1979 Jan;87(1):52-9.</ref>


== Diagnosis ==
== Diagnosis ==

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Overview

Nasal dermoids are rare congenital midline nasal masses that form as a result of aberrant migration of mesodermal and ectodermal cells during formation of nasal structures.

History

Pathophysiology

Relevant Anatomy

Disease Etiology

Genetics

Histology

Epidemiology

Nasal dermoids make up approximately 10% of head and neck dermoids, and approximately 1% of all dermoids.[1]

Diagnosis

Patient History

Physical Examination

Laboratory Tests

Imaging

Differential Diagnosis

Other midline congenital nasal masses should be considered:

Management

Medical Management

Surgical Management

Outcomes

Complications

Prognosis

References

  1. McCaffrey TV, McDonald TJ, Gorenstein A. Dermoid cysts of the nose: review of 21 cases. Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. 1979 Jan;87(1):52-9.