First branchial cleft sinus with duplicate external auditory canal: A case report

Abstract

Abstract First branchial cleft cysts are rare congenital abnormalities of the lateral neck. These anomalies can be a source of recurrent infection and require surgical excision as definitive treatment. This case report details the diagnosis and treatment of a first branchial cleft sinus with an associated duplicate external auditory canal.

Keywords

• auditory canal abnormalities
• branchial cleft
• congenital anomalies
• craniofacial abnormalities
• otorhinolaryngologic surgical procedures