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Chen C, Liu F, Fang J, Sima L, Ni L, Xiang S, Xia S. Clinical Characteristics and Prognosis of Infants and Children <3 Years of Age With Thyroglossal Duct Cyst Complicated With a Parapharyngeal Mass: A Case Series Study. Clin Pediatr (Phila) 2024; 63:318-324. [PMID: 37139812 DOI: 10.1177/00099228231171784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
Abstract
Thyroglossal duct cysts (TGDCs) are congenital and developmental abnormalities in infants and young children. This retrospective case series study examined the characteristics of 7 patients <3 years (mean age, 1.9 years) with TGDC complicated with a parapharyngeal mass treated at one hospital between January 2019 and 2022. Four patients had a painless mass around the neck, 2 had a painless mass associated with snoring, and 1 presented repeated swelling and pain. B-ultrasound suggested 6 cases of TGDC and 1 possible lymphangioma. All patients were treated with Sistrunk surgery to remove the TGDC. Six patients had no cyst recurrence during follow-up (6 months to 2 years). In conclusion, TGDC complicated with a parapharyngeal mass has complex and variable clinical manifestations. Completely removing the cyst while sparing thyroid cartilage and surrounding vascular and neuroanatomical structures is important to avoid complications. The patients are likely to be free from recurrence after surgery.
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- Caidi Chen
- Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Ultrasonography, Wuma Street Community Health Service Center of Lucheng District, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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Branstetter BF, Fernandez A. Arrested Descent of the Thyroid: A New Manifestation of Abnormal Thyroid Embryology. Laryngoscope 2024; 134:995-997. [PMID: 37338100 DOI: 10.1002/lary.30831] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2023] [Revised: 04/27/2023] [Accepted: 06/08/2023] [Indexed: 06/21/2023]
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In this article, we review the normal embryology of the thyroid gland, categorize the ways in which this embryology can fail, and describe how those failures manifest clinically and radiologically. Finally, we describe a new manifestation of abnormal thyroid embryology. Laryngoscope, 134:995-997, 2024.
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- Barton F Branstetter
- Department of Radiology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.A
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- University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.A
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Mangalath S, Devi U, Sethuraman G, Gurunathan M. Infrahyoid Thyroglossal Duct Cyst Causing Airway Compromise in a Neonate: Surgical Management and Review of Literature. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2023; 75:979-983. [PMID: 37274962 PMCID: PMC10234997 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-022-03252-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2022] [Accepted: 10/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Thyroglossal duct cyst (TGDC) rarely becomes symptomatic in the neonatal period unlike other congenital neck swellings which present with high airway obstruction. An infrahyoid TGDC presenting with airway compromise in a neonate is even rarer. We hereby report a newborn with significant respiratory distress necessitating intubation and ventilation since birth. He had multiple extubation failures and signs of upper airway obstruction post-extubation. Computed tomography demonstrated a cystic lesion, probably an infrahyoid TGDC compressing the laryngeal lumen. The cyst was removed by Sistrunk procedure and histopathology confirmed the diagnosis. The child was discharged 5 days after surgery and was asymptomatic on follow-ups.
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- Sruthi Mangalath
- Department of Pediatrics, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Kelambakkam, Chengalpet, India
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- Department of Neonatology, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Kelambakkam, Chengalpet, India
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- Department of Neonatology, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Kelambakkam, Chengalpet, India
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- Pediatric Surgery, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Kelambakkam, Chengalpet, India
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Fountarlis AL, Koltsidopoulos P, Hajiioannou J, Lachanas V, Kalogritsas N, Solomi E, Skoulakis C. A large thyroglossal duct cyst and its management: a case report. Pan Afr Med J 2023; 44:10. [PMID: 36818036 PMCID: PMC9935655 DOI: 10.11604/pamj.2023.44.10.35448] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2022] [Accepted: 01/01/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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Thyroglossal duct cysts (TGDC) are congenital neck cysts, formed as a result of the failure of the thyroglossal duct to involute during embryogenesis and their mean size is 1.5-2.4 cm. We present a case of a 44-year-old male who presented with a history of a large anterior neck mass measuring 8.7x6x6.4 cm and causing dysphagia and mild dyspnea. After being mistaken for a goiter, a clinical diagnosis of TGDC was made based on history, clinical and radiographic findings. The patient was treated with Sistrunk's procedure. No recurrence was noted on follow-up. Thyroglossal duct cysts are generally well-defined small lesions, but even bigger ones are not linked with severe symptomatology. The larger size at presentation may increase the list of potential diagnoses and lead to diagnostic dilemmas. Every effort should be made to rule out malignancy before surgery. Sistrunk's procedure with dissection of the posterior hyoid space should be the standard of care.
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- Athanasios Luca Fountarlis
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital of Larisa, Larisa, Greece,Corresponding author: Athanasios Luca Fountarlis, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital of Larisa, Larisa, Greece.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital of Larisa, Larisa, Greece
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital of Larisa, Larisa, Greece
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital of Larisa, Larisa, Greece
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital of Larisa, Larisa, Greece
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Srikanthan A, Scott S, Desai V, Reichert L. Neonatal Airway Abnormalities. CHILDREN 2022; 9:children9070944. [PMID: 35883928 PMCID: PMC9322467 DOI: 10.3390/children9070944] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2022] [Revised: 06/14/2022] [Accepted: 06/18/2022] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Neonatal airway abnormalities are commonly encountered by the neonatologist, general pediatrician, maternal fetal medicine specialist, and otolaryngologist. This review article discusses common and rare anomalies that may be encountered, along with discussion of embryology, workup, and treatment. This article aims to provide a broad overview of neonatal airway anomalies to arm those caring for these children with a broad differential diagnosis and basic knowledge of how to manage basic and complex presentations.
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- Albany Medical College, Albany, NY 12208, USA; (A.S.); (S.S.); (V.D.)
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- Albany Medical College, Albany, NY 12208, USA; (A.S.); (S.S.); (V.D.)
- Department of Otolaryngology, Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY 12208, USA
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- Albany Medical College, Albany, NY 12208, USA; (A.S.); (S.S.); (V.D.)
- Department of Otolaryngology, Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY 12208, USA
- Correspondence:
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Thyroglossal Duct Cyst, a Case Report and Literature Review. Diseases 2022; 10:diseases10010007. [PMID: 35225860 PMCID: PMC8883879 DOI: 10.3390/diseases10010007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2021] [Revised: 01/10/2022] [Accepted: 01/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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A thyroglossal duct cyst (TGDC) is one of the most commonly encountered congenital anomalies of the neck. However, it is difficult to diagnose as differentiating it from other cysts like brachial cysts, lymphangiomas, epidermoid cysts, dermoid cysts, and hydatid cysts, is challenging. In this paper, we systematically reviewed the literature of 47 patients—25 males (53.1%) and 21 females (44.7%)—about their TGDC to assess the clinical picture, therapy, and prognosis of the disease. Most of the patients were children under the age of ten (63.8%). All patients had a history of a painless swelling in the anterior midline of the neck that moved in response to deglutition and tongue protrusion, thus interfering with their daily activity. Post-resection recurrence was unusual, with only 3 of 47 patients (6.4%) experiencing recurrence.
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