Branchial Cleft Cyst
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A branchial cleft cyst is a congenital-type formation that usually appears in the neck, arising from embryonic developmental structures that did not close completely. It is usually noticed as a soft lump on one side of the neck.
Common presentations: A painless bulge in the neck that may grow over time or become inflamed if it gets infected.
When to see a doctor? An evaluation is advisable when a persistent lump is felt in the neck, especially in children or adolescents.
Which specialist treats it? In the pediatric age group, the pediatric surgeon and the pediatrician are the ones who study this formation. If you detect a bulge that does not go away, discussing it with one of these professionals helps determine its nature.
Data on 140 doctors who treat branchial cleft cyst
Which specialist treats branchial cleft cyst?
A branchial cleft cyst is a congenital neck malformation present from birth. A pediatric surgeon evaluates and treats this type of cyst in children, and a pediatrician can provide follow-up care and the initial referral. If you notice a lump or opening on your child's neck, see one of these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in branchial cleft cyst
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Dr. Jessica Monserrat Bandera Anzaldo
Dr. Carolina Muñoz Perea
Dr. Elideth Paniagua Anduiza
Dr. Christian Jonathan Villarreal Vidal
Dr. Nadia Soler Quiñones
Dr. Leslie Ramirez Angoa
Dr. Elieth Ochoa García
Dr. Claudia Rocha
Dr. Ximena Cortés Núñez
Dr. Paulina Arellano Álvarez
Frequently asked questions
What is branchial cleft cyst?
A branchial cleft cyst is a congenital-type formation that usually appears in the neck, arising from embryonic developmental structures that did not close completely. It is usually noticed as a soft lump on one side of the neck.
Which doctor treats branchial cleft cyst?
A branchial cleft cyst is a congenital neck malformation present from birth. A pediatric surgeon evaluates and treats this type of cyst in children, and a pediatrician can provide follow-up care and the initial referral. If you notice a lump or opening on your child's neck, see one of these specialists.