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PubMed1993

Malignant branchioma--a further insight.

Two cases presented with solitary cystic mass in the usual position of a branchial cyst in the neck are reported. Histology on both cysts reported as carcinoma of a branchial cyst (malignant branchioma). In addition to pre-operative radiotherapy to the neck, and ipsi-lateral radical neck dissection, the oropharynx is irradiated in prophylactic manner only in the second case. The first patient died of tonsillar carcinoma 3.5 years after diagnosis and the second case is well with no sign of recurrence 4 years after the initial diagnosis. The authors discuss the nature and management of the so called malignant branchioma.

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PubMed1977

[The problem of malignant branchioma. A description of three cases of degeneration or epitheliomatous metastasis within amygdaloid cervical cysts (author's transl)].

The authors describe three cases of malignant degeneration observed within amygdaloid cysts in two male and one female patient aged sixty. In one of the cases in which the cyst had been present for more than two years, there was apparently some primary degeneration, the theory favoured was that of Veau's malignant branchioma; two other cases showed metastasis of a homolateral tonsillar epithelioma within an hitherto sub-clinical amygdaloid cyst.

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PubMed1993

[Cervical cystic metastasis in ENT carcinoma. Differential diagnosis with the branchioma].

This study report 3 cases of nodal cystic metastasis in the neck. One of them was diagnosed as an epidermoid carcinoma of unknown origin and the other 2 were an epidermoid carcinoma and an mucoepidermoid carcinoma respectively, arising in the larynx. Treatment of these patients included removal of the cystic metastasis with or without neck dissection and irradiation. Cystic metastasis from squamous cell carcinoma have often been mistaken for primary squamous cell carcinoma of branchiogenic origin. The distinctive histological features of cystic metastasis reviewed after its correct identification, can lead to the discovery of an unsuspected primary lesion and result in specific treatment options.

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PubMed1984

Branchiogenic carcinoma (malignant branchioma).

The authors describe the characteristics of branchiogenic carcinoma as that of a pathological entity on the occasion of reporting four cases. The clinical course of the disease and the cytological and histological features are discussed on the basis of our observations and literature data. The authors stress the importance of careful and repeated clinical examinations, which exclude the possibility of a primary tumor of other localization, in establishing the diagnosis of branchiogenic carcinoma.

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PubMed1984

Mucoepidermoid carcinoma in a cervical cyst: a case of branchiogenic carcinoma?

A patient with a primary oral epidermoid carcinoma with presumed neck metastasis is presented who at operation was found to have a cervical mucoepidermoid carcinoma arising in the wall of a benign cyst. The case for considering this tumor a primary branchioma of mucoepidermoid type is presented, and the criteria for making the diagnosis of branchiogenic carcinoma are discussed.

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PubMed1989

[Preauricular fistulae].

Preauricular fistulae and their relapses are not exceptional in ENT practice. Simple topographic and anatomical relations in this area tempt us to underrate the surgical risk which is mainly the danger of incomplete removal and subsequent relapses. The elimination of nonidentifiable remnants of branchiomas in the granulation and scar tissue calls for resection extending to sound neighbouring structures which require more pretentious knowledge of clinical and anatomical conditions in this region. The authors operated successfully during the past 10 years 10 preauricular fistulae (primary operations) and two relapses. They outline the principles of surgery which were formulated with regard to their own experience, data in the literature and based on the most recent embryological findings; they emphasize preventive aspects of surgical treatment of preauricular fistulae.

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PubMed1998

First branchial cleft anomalies: a study of 39 cases and a review of the literature.

OBJECTIVES: To identify the clinical and anatomical presentations and to discuss the guidelines for surgical management of anomalies of the first branchial cleft. DESIGN: Retrospective study. SETTING: Three tertiary care centers. PATIENTS: Thirty-nine patients with first branchial cleft anomalies operated on between 1980 and 1996. INTERVENTION: All patients were treated surgically. Complete removal of the lesion required superficial parotidectomy with facial nerve dissection in 36 cases. The relationship of the facial nerve and anomalies is discussed. RESULTS: Anatomically, 3 types of first branchial cleft anomalies are identified: fistulas (n=11), sinuses (n=20), and cysts (n=8). Clinically, 3 types of presentation are noted: chronic purulent drainage from the ear (n=12), periauricular swelling in the parotid area (n=18), and abscess or persistent fistula in the neck located above a horizontal plane passing through the hyoid bone (n=21). A membranous attachment between the floor of the external auditory canal and the tympanic membrane was observed in 10% of cases. The facial nerve was located lateral to the anomaly in 39% of cases. CONCLUSIONS: Before definitive surgery, many patients (n=17) underwent incision and drainage for infection owing to the difficulties in diagnosing this anomaly. Wide exposure is necessary in most cases, and a standard parotidectomy incision allows adequate exposure of the anomaly and preservation of the facial nerve. Complete removal without complications depends on a good understanding of regional embryogenesis, a knowledge of the circumstances surrounding discovery, an awareness of the different anatomical presentations, and a readiness to identify and protect the facial nerve during resection.

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PubMed1998

Endoscopic cauterization for treatment of fourth branchial cleft sinuses.

Fourth branchial cleft sinuses are rare, and the nature of their origin is controversial. Clinical presentation is varied because they may present as asymptomatic neck masses, recurrent neck abscesses, or suppurative thyroiditis. We describe herein 7 children who presented with abscesses on the left side of their necks, 3 of whom had abscesses that involved the thyroid gland. Direct laryngoscopy revealed that all 7 children had a sinus tract opening into the apex of the piriform sinus. Endoscopic obliteration of this tract was achieved using an insulated electrocautery probe either when the abscess was initially incised and drained or 4 to 6 weeks later. All 7 children recovered uneventfully. Four of the 7 children were followed up for more than 18 months without recurrence.

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PubMed2000

First branchial cleft cyst excision with electrophysiological facial nerve localization.

OBJECTIVE: To assess the safety and efficacy of surgical excision of selected first branchial cleft cysts using electrophysiological rather than anatomical location of the facial nerve. DESIGN: Retrospective review of consecutive surgical procedures by a single surgeon, using a consistent technique during a 9-year period. SETTING: Tertiary pediatric medical center. PATIENTS: Eleven children with first branchial cleft cysts. INTERVENTIONS: Selected first branchial cleft cysts were removed using a smaller surgical approach than that generally advocated. The facial nerve was localized using electrophysiological means rather than superficial parotidectomy and identification of the nerve trunk and branches. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Successful removal of the lesion, avoidance of facial nerve injury, incidence of Fry syndrome, and cosmesis. RESULTS: Eleven patients underwent surgical excision of first branchial cleft cysts during a 9-year period. Ten lesions were removed without the need for anatomical localization of the facial nerve trunk. There was no facial weakness, recurrence of the lesions, or Fry syndrome during a follow-up of 6 months to 7 years. Cosmesis was superior. CONCLUSION: Electrophysiological location of the facial nerve may, in the appropriate setting, replace anatomical localization for first branchial cleft cysts that are (1) superior to the stylomastoid foramen and (2) not previously infected or surgically violated.

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