Papillary carcinoma arising in a thyroglossal duct cyst with associated microcarcinoma of the thyroid and without cervical lymph node metastasis: a case report
2008
Papillary Carcinoma in a Thyroglossal Duct Cyst: A Case Report
Sample size: 1
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Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Kandogan Tolga, Erkan Nazif, Vardar Enver
Primary Institution: Izmir Training and Research Hospital
Conclusion
Malignancy within a thyroglossal duct cyst is very rare but should be considered in the differential diagnosis of a midline neck mass.
Supporting Evidence
- Only 1% of thyroid carcinomas arise from a thyroglossal duct cyst.
- The patient has been following for two years without any metastasis.
- Malignant tumors developing from the thyroglossal duct have two origins: thyrogenic carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma.
Takeaway
A woman had a rare type of cancer in a cyst in her neck, but after surgery and treatment, she is doing well and has no signs of cancer.
Methodology
The patient underwent surgical resection using Sistrunk's procedure, followed by total thyroidectomy and bilateral neck dissection.
Limitations
The rarity of malignancy in thyroglossal duct cysts may lead to underdiagnosis.
Participant Demographics
A 44-year-old woman.
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