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Dermoid cyst causes
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Dermoid cysts are caused by the entrapment of the embryonic ectodermal cells in the embryonic lines of fusion during the fetal development. Acquired dermoid cysts may be caused by iatrogenic or traumatic implantation of the epithelial cells that subsequently grow.[1]
Causes
Causes
- Dermoid cysts are caused by the entrapment of the embryonic ectodermal cells in the embryonic lines of fusion during the fetal development.[1]
- Acquired dermoid cysts may be caused by iatrogenic or traumatic implantation of the epithelial cells that subsequently grow.[1]
References
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Dermoid cyst.Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dermoid_cyst Accessed on February 22, 2016.
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