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Parathyroid cysts are rare and can be functional or non-functional. Diagnosis relies on fluid analysis showing high parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels, with treatment varying by cyst type.

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Surgical Pathology

Background:

Parathyroid cysts are exceedingly rare, with fewer than 200 reported cases.
These cysts can be functional (producing parathyroid hormone) or non-functional.
Imaging studies often cannot definitively determine parathyroid origin.

Observation:

Diagnosis is confirmed by analyzing aspirated cyst fluid for elevated parathyroid hormone (PTH) concentrations.
Treatment strategies differ: surgery for functional cysts and aspiration for non-functional ones.
Recurrent cysts may require repeated aspirations, with surgery reserved for persistent or refractory cases.

Findings:

This case details a recurrent parathyroid cyst managed conservatively due to patient preference against surgery.
Repeated needle aspirations were necessary every 2-3 months to manage local discomfort.
The cyst remained non-malignant and functionally unchanged over a 10-year period.

Implications:

Conservative management with repeated aspirations is a viable option for recurrent parathyroid cysts in select patients.
Long-term observation is crucial to monitor for malignancy and functional changes.
This case highlights the natural evolution and management challenges of rare parathyroid cysts.