J Korean Soc Radiol.  2022 Jan;83(1):212-217. 10.3348/jksr.2021.0014.

CT Findings of Thymic Epidermoid Cyst in the Anterior Mediastinum: A Case Report and Literature Review

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  • 1Departments of Radiology, Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
  • 2Departments of Pathology, Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea

Abstract

An epidermoid cyst is a benign tumor found anywhere in the body. However, the occurrence of epidermoid cysts in the thymus is extremely rare, with only six cases reported worldwide. The correct diagnosis of thymic epidermoid cysts is often difficult due to the unusual location and nonspecific imaging findings. Herein, we present a case of a thymic epidermoid cyst in a 37-year-old female with clinical information and chest CT findings. Further, we have reviewed previous literature reports describing imaging findings of thymic epidermoid cysts.

Keyword

Thymus Neoplasm; Epidermoid Cyst; Tomography; X-Ray Computed; Radiography; Thoracic; Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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