Subconjunctival epidermoid cysts in Gorlin-Goltz syndrome

Abstract

Epidermoid cysts are common benign cysts which occur particularly on the skin of the face, neck and upper trunk. Subconjunctival location of these cysts is very rare and, until today, only seen in patients with Gorlin-Goltz syndrome. Histopathological examination of these cysts show similarities with odontogenic keratocysts, a typical clinical manifestation of Gorlin-Goltz syndrome.

Keywords: Epidermoid cysts; Gorlin-Goltz syndrome; eye; odontogenic keratocysts; palpebral conjunctiva.