THYROGLOSSAL DUCT CYST: A CASE SERIES FROM A TERTIARY CARE CENTRE IN WESTERN UTTAR PRADESH
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Thyroglossal duct cyst, congenital neck mass, Sistrunk procedure, case series
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Thyroglossal duct cyst (TGDC) is the most common congenital midline neck mass, arising from incomplete involution of the thyroglossal duct. Although frequently seen in children, TGDCs may also present in adults.
OBJECTIVE: To present a case series of patients with TGDC, highlighting clinical features, anatomical distribution, and surgical outcomes.
METHODS: We report a case series of 10 patients with TGDC managed surgically at a tertiary care hospital between March 2020 and March 2022. Clinical presentation, anatomical site, surgical procedure, and outcomes were analyzed.
RESULTS: Ten patients (7 males, 3 females) aged 7–37 years were included. The most common age groups affected were the first and second decades of life (80%). The subhyoid region was the commonest site (50%), followed by suprahyoid (40%) and suprasternal (10%). Six patients (60%) underwent the Sistrunk procedure and four (40%) underwent simple cyst excision. No recurrences were noted during follow-up.
CONCLUSION: TGDC is a common congenital midline neck mass with variable presentation across age groups. The Sistrunk procedure remains the definitive treatment, offering the lowest recurrence risk.
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Dr Avinash Kumar
M.S. Assistant Professor, Dept. of Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Noida International Institute of Medical Sciences (NIIMS) Greater Noida, U.P.
Dr Garima Sinha
M.D. Assistant Professor, Dept. of Anaesthesia and Critical Care, Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) Greater Noida, U.P.
Dr Mansi Sharma
Post Graduate Trainee, Dept. of Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Santosh Medical College and Hospital Ghaziabad, U.P.