Pediatric Teratoma and Dermoid Cysts
Teratomas and dermoid cysts are germ cell neoplasms. This article focuses on cervical and craniofacial teratomas. Presentation of these neoplasms varies in degree of severity, from cosmetic deformities to airway…
Pediatric Maxillary and Mandibular Tumors
Pediatric maxillary and mandibular tumors offer considerable challenges to otolaryngologists, oral surgeons, pathologists, and radiologists alike. Because of the close proximity to vital structures, appropriate steps toward a definitive diagnosis…
Endoscopic Endonasal Surgery for Sinonasal and Skull Base Lesions in the Pediatric Population
Endoscopic endonasal skull base surgical techniques, initially developed in adult patients, are being utilized with increasing frequency in pediatric patients to treat sinonasal and skull base lesions. This article reviews…
Malignant Cervical Masses in Children
The timely diagnosis of malignant cervical masses in children necessitates a high level of suspicion. The care of children with malignant cervical masses requires a multidisciplinary approach. Staging systems provide…
Pediatric Thyroid Nodules and Malignancy
Proper management of pediatric thyroid nodules is crucial to achieving good outcomes. It is important to obtain a thorough history, including prior radiation exposure and family history of thyroid cancer…
Head and Neck Vascular Lesions
Vascular lesions of the head and neck are complex and diverse. These include infantile hemangioma, venous malformations, lymphatic malformations, and arteriovenous malformations, among others. Vascular malformations and tumors display different…
Thyroglossal Duct Cyst and Ectopic Thyroid
The embryology, presentation, imaging, and treatment of the thyroglossal duct cyst will be reviewed. Anatomic features and surgical technique to prevent complications and recurrence will be discussed. Included in the…
Branchial Cleft Anomalies and Thymic Cysts
Branchial cleft anomalies are a common cause of congenital neck masses and can present as a cyst, sinus, or fistula. A comprehensive understanding of the embryologic basis of these anomalies…
Rhabdomyosarcoma and Other Pediatric Temporal Bone Malignancies
This article outlines the nature of temporal bone malignancy in children, particularly from the viewpoint of a surgeon. This article includes a synopsis of the presentation, workup, and management options…
Cholesterol Granuloma and Other Petrous Apex Lesions
This article presents the latest information on the presentation, diagnosis, imaging characteristics, management, and outcomes for petrous apex cholesterol granulomas. An in-depth review of the pathophysiology and surgical approaches is…
