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Epidermoid cysts of the liver are extremely rare and have been described in both children and adults. Their etiology remains an enigma, and several theories have been suggested as to their origin. Due to their possible malignant potential, early detection and resection are mandatory whether the cysts are unilocular or multilocular.
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Sando, Z., Le Coultre, C., Belli, D. et al. Multiloculated epidermoid cyst of the liver. Pediatr Surg Int 11, 384–386 (1996). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00497819
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