Lateral Cervical Cyst: A Case Report

Abstract

Cystic degeneration of cervical lymph nodes is the most accepted theory for occurrence of lateral cervical cyst. It is commonly
found in the anterior triangle of the neck, anterior to the upper third of the sternocleidomastoid. Clinical examination, imaging
modalities, such as ultrasonography, computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and fine needle
aspiration cytology (FNAC), are useful investigations to establish the diagnosis. Surgical excision of these lesions is reasoned
curative in most of the cases. Authors report a case of lateral cervical cyst which was successfully operated.