Iatrogenic Occipital Neuralgia After Scalp Epidermoid Cyst Excision: A Rare Case Report

This case illustrates a rare instance of iatrogenic occipital neuralgia following scalp surgery. It underscores the importance of evaluating prior surgical history in patients with new-onset occipital pain and highlights the utility of occipital nerve block as a diagnostic tool. Greater occipital nerve injury or local inflammatory sequelae may result in persistent neuropathic pain, which can be effectively addressed through decompression or neurolysis. Preoperative knowledge of neuroanatomy and meticulous surgical technique are vital to preventing such complications.