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Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

Dermoid cyst

Dermoid cyst

Category(ies): Oculoplastics
Contributor: Meagan Seay, DO and Nasreen Syed, MD

Dermoid cysts are encapsulated structures lined by stratified squamous epithelium. The lumen contains keratin and hair. Skin adnexal structures, including glands and hair follicles line the cyst wall.