Mnemonic

First Branchial Cleft Cyst Location

Mnemonic for the typical location of a first branchial cleft cyst.

Expansion

Near the ear, close to the parotid, a leftover groove, that's the plot to it

Expansion

  • Origin - remnant of the first pharyngeal groove
  • Typical location - near or within the parotid gland, close to the ear