Epidermal Inclusion Cyst of the Styloid Process: A Case Report

ABSTRACT

We report an unusual case of epidermal inclusion cyst of the styloid process which presented to us with decreased hearing and tinnitus. The patient underwent complete excision via a combined postaural cervical approach. The unusual location of the tumor and the absence of a history of trauma or intervention in that area added confusion to the diagnosis, which was finally made on histopathology.

KEYWORDS

Epidermal inclusion cyst - styloid process - intraosseous cyst - aneurysmal bone cyst

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