Branchial pouch cysts clinically mimic deep neck space infection and misdiagnosis leads to surgical drainage which can complicate into a persistently draining sinus or fistula. We present a unique case of infected third branchial pouch cyst in an infant who presented with acute stridor and our experience in its management.
Keywords: Acute stridor; Branchial pouch cyst; Difficult airway; Pediatric neck swelling; Tracheostomy.
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