Giant Dermoid Cyst of the Lower Limb: Presentation of a Rare Case

Abstract

Background:

Dermoid cysts are unusual neoplasms that often present in childhood and are usually located in the head and neck region.

Objective and Method:

We describe a rare case of a giant dermoid cyst of congenital inclusion type located at the lower extremity of a young male. Preoperative imaging studies were performed for evaluation of the mass.

Result:

The cyst was surgically removed, and histopathologic examination confirmed the diagnosis.

Conclusion:

Dermoid cysts rarely appear in the lower extremity and must be included in the differential diagnosis of cystic lesions of the lower limb.