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[[File: | | name = Thyroglossal cyst | ||
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'''Thyroglossal cyst''' is a fibrous cyst that forms from a persistent [[thyroglossal duct]]. It is the most common type of congenital neck abnormality (or [[congenital anomalies|congenital anomaly]]) found in children. | | caption = Thyroglossal duct cyst | ||
| field = [[Otorhinolaryngology]] | |||
| synonyms = Thyroglossal duct cyst | |||
| symptoms = [[Neck mass]], [[dysphagia]], [[dysphonia]] | |||
| complications = [[Infection]], [[fistula]] formation | |||
| onset = Usually in [[childhood]] | |||
| duration = Persistent until treated | |||
| causes = [[Congenital disorder]] | |||
| risks = [[Infection]], [[cyst]] rupture | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[ultrasound]], [[CT scan]] | |||
| differential = [[Branchial cleft cyst]], [[dermoid cyst]], [[lymphadenopathy]] | |||
| treatment = [[Surgical excision]] (Sistrunk procedure) | |||
| medication = [[Antibiotics]] if infected | |||
| frequency = Most common congenital neck cyst | |||
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'''Thyroglossal cyst''' is a fibrous cyst that forms from a persistent [[thyroglossal duct]]. It is the most common type of congenital neck abnormality (or [[congenital anomalies|congenital anomaly]]) found in children. | |||
== Anatomy == | == Anatomy == | ||
The [[thyroglossal duct]] is an embryonic anatomical structure which forms the [[thyroid]]. It usually disappears by the 10th week of gestation. If it does not, a thyroglossal cyst may form. | The [[thyroglossal duct]] is an embryonic anatomical structure which forms the [[thyroid]]. It usually disappears by the 10th week of gestation. If it does not, a thyroglossal cyst may form. | ||
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== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Symptoms of a thyroglossal cyst may include a small, painless mass in the neck that can move upward when the tongue is stuck out. If the cyst becomes infected, additional symptoms may include redness and tenderness of the mass, fever, and sore throat. | Symptoms of a thyroglossal cyst may include a small, painless mass in the neck that can move upward when the tongue is stuck out. If the cyst becomes infected, additional symptoms may include redness and tenderness of the mass, fever, and sore throat. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of a thyroglossal cyst is typically made through physical examination and imaging studies such as [[ultrasound]], [[computed tomography|CT]], or [[magnetic resonance imaging|MRI]]. | Diagnosis of a thyroglossal cyst is typically made through physical examination and imaging studies such as [[ultrasound]], [[computed tomography|CT]], or [[magnetic resonance imaging|MRI]]. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment typically involves surgical removal of the cyst through a procedure known as [[Sistrunk procedure]]. This procedure involves removal of the cyst as well as a portion of the hyoid bone and a core of tissue around the thyroglossal tract. | Treatment typically involves surgical removal of the cyst through a procedure known as [[Sistrunk procedure]]. This procedure involves removal of the cyst as well as a portion of the hyoid bone and a core of tissue around the thyroglossal tract. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Branchial cleft cyst]] | * [[Branchial cleft cyst]] | ||
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* [[Ranula]] | * [[Ranula]] | ||
* [[Thyroid]] | * [[Thyroid]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Congenital disorders of endocrine system]] | [[Category:Congenital disorders of endocrine system]] | ||
[[Category:Cysts]] | [[Category:Cysts]] | ||
[[Category:Thyroid]] | [[Category:Thyroid]] | ||
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| Thyroglossal cyst | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | Thyroglossal duct cyst |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Neck mass, dysphagia, dysphonia |
| Complications | Infection, fistula formation |
| Onset | Usually in childhood |
| Duration | Persistent until treated |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Congenital disorder |
| Risks | Infection, cyst rupture |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, ultrasound, CT scan |
| Differential diagnosis | Branchial cleft cyst, dermoid cyst, lymphadenopathy |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Surgical excision (Sistrunk procedure) |
| Medication | Antibiotics if infected |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Most common congenital neck cyst |
| Deaths | N/A |
Thyroglossal cyst is a fibrous cyst that forms from a persistent thyroglossal duct. It is the most common type of congenital neck abnormality (or congenital anomaly) found in children.
Anatomy[edit]
The thyroglossal duct is an embryonic anatomical structure which forms the thyroid. It usually disappears by the 10th week of gestation. If it does not, a thyroglossal cyst may form.
Symptoms[edit]
Symptoms of a thyroglossal cyst may include a small, painless mass in the neck that can move upward when the tongue is stuck out. If the cyst becomes infected, additional symptoms may include redness and tenderness of the mass, fever, and sore throat.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of a thyroglossal cyst is typically made through physical examination and imaging studies such as ultrasound, CT, or MRI.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment typically involves surgical removal of the cyst through a procedure known as Sistrunk procedure. This procedure involves removal of the cyst as well as a portion of the hyoid bone and a core of tissue around the thyroglossal tract.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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