Anil S¹*, Vinayak S², Ashrit S Bhat³, Radhika Mukund Marathe⁴, Ajey M Hedge⁵, Karthik N P⁶ and Suman Hegde⁷

¹Consultant ENT Surgeon, Rotary Charitable Hospital, Sirsi, , Karnataka, India
²Consultant ENT Surgeon, Govt Taluk Hospital, Yellapur, Karnataka, India
³Consultant Pediatrician, Pandit General Hospital, Sirsi, Karnataka, India
⁴Consultant Anaesthesiologist and Pain Physician, Tookdar Krishna Hospital, Sirsi, Karnataka, India
⁵Consultant Critical Care Medicine and Anaesthesiology, Sirsi Critical Care Unit and Trauma Centre, Sirsi, Karnataka, India
⁶Consultant Radiologist, TSS Hospital, Sirsi, Karnataka, India
⁷Consultant Pathologist, Mahalaxmi Memorial Hospital, Sirsi, Karnataka, India

*Corresponding Author: Anil S, Consultant ENT Surgeon, Rotary Charitable Hospital, Sirsi, Karnataka, India.

Received: September 24, 2025; Published: October 15, 2025

Abstract

Nasal dermoid sinus cysts (NDSC) are rare congenital midline lesions that have a distinct embryological origin and require careful approach to management. NDSCs can present in various forms such as cystic swelling, sinuses or intracranially extending tracts. Because of its frequent association with tracts or sinuses connecting to the skull base or the anterior cranial fossa, a careful and tailored approach is a must. Here we present a case of 4 year old child with nasal dermoid cyst with sinus tract who underwent complete surgical excision. The postoperative follow-up showed no complication. This case underscores the significance of early diagnosis of NSDCs and need for its complete excision to prevent recurrence.

Keywords: Nasal Dermoid Sinus Cyst; Congenital; Vertical Incision; Intracranial

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Citation

Citation: Anil S., et al. “Management of Nasal Dermoid Cyst with Sinus in a Secondary Healthcare Setting - A Case Report".Acta Scientific Otolaryngology 7.11 (2025): 03-07.

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