Abstract
<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Epidermoids are ectoderm lined inclusion cysts which can be present anywhere in the body, but are rare in head and neck. Although only 7% of the dermoid cysts occur in head and neck region they are a part of differential diagnosis of neck swellings. They are more common in midline. This study presents to you the dermoids which present in unusual sites.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> It was a descriptive study. Cases which were proven as dermoid or epidermoid cysts by FNAC or by histopathology were included in this study. </p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> Male patients were more affected than female patients.</p><p><strong>Conclusions:</strong> Complete removal should be carried out to prevent recurrence. </p>
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