Papillary carcinoma in a thyroglossal cyst.
A thyroglossal duct cyst is a congenital anomaly that arises from remnants of the thyroglossal duct, which in the embryo connects the thyroid gland with the floor of the pharynx. Primary carcinomas of thyroglossal duct tissue are rare, and are usually diagnosed after surgery. Management of such tumours is not clearcut. A case of a papillary carcinoma of thyroglossal duct tissue is presented that has been followed up for 10 years following Sistrunk's operation, and the management of these uncommon tumours is discussed.
Dekker
P J
PJ
Department of ENT Surgery, Leeds General Infirmary.
D000328:Adult; D002291:Carcinoma, Papillary / Q000601:surgery*; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013955:Thyroglossal Cyst / Q000601:surgery*; D013974:Thyroxine / Q000627:therapeutic use
D013974:Thyroxine