Abstract
Two cases of epidermoid cysts arising in the parotid region are roported. Case 1 was a 58 year-old male who had the episodes of recurrent parotid swelling and subsequent incisional drainage for 40 years. The surgical removal of the cyst was difficult since the cyst extended into the deep lobe and was firmly attached to the trunk of the facial nerve. Case 2 was a 36 year-old male who had gradual swelling of the left parotid region for 13 years. At surgery, the cyst was found in the extraparotid region. Dermoid or epidermoid cysts are usually located in the extraparotid region. Intraparotid occurrence is extremely rare, and diagnosis from other cystic lesions may be difficult. The treatment of choice should be parotidectomy with identification and preservation of the facial nerve.
