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Bilateral second branchial cleft sinuses: An unusual case report and review of the literature
Author(s) -
Chen Brian S.,
Makowski Renee L.,
Boseley Mark E.
Publication year - 2011
Publication title -
the laryngoscope
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.181
H-Index - 148
eISSN - 1531-4995
pISSN - 0023-852X
DOI - 10.1002/lary.22294
Subject(s) - medicine , otorhinolaryngology , head and neck , head and neck surgery , center (category theory) , general surgery , surgery , chemistry , crystallography
Conclusion Bilateral branchial cleft anomalies are rare and can exist in the absence of family history and or syndromic associations as seen in the patient presented here However, it is important to rule out other such associations in the work up of these patients. Understanding the branchial arch embryology helps us to better understand its anatomy and allows for safe excision. In addition, preoperative imaging can also help in operative planning and confirms the clinical diagnosis. If diagnosed at a young age, prophylactic surgical excision is recommended. Introduction