Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Hyperthyroidism II: Pathophysiology01:27

Hyperthyroidism II: Pathophysiology

Hyperthyroidism is a hypermetabolic state caused by elevated levels of thyroid hormones, triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4). It results from dysregulation at the thyroid, pituitary, or immune system level and affects multiple organ systems.PathophysiologyThe most common cause of hyperthyroidism is Graves’ disease, an autoimmune disorder in which antibodies, specifically thyroid-stimulating antibodies (TSAb), a subtype of TSH receptor antibodies (TRAb), bind to and activate TSH receptors...
Graves Disease II: Pathophysiology01:24

Graves Disease II: Pathophysiology

Graves’ disease is an autoimmune disorder characterized by the production of thyroid-stimulating immunoglobulins (TSI) that activate TSH receptors, leading to excessive synthesis and release of thyroid hormones (T3 and T4) and resulting in hyperthyroidism.Among all causes of hyperthyroidism, Graves’ disease is the most common and can happen at any age, though it is more frequent in women. It produces a hypermetabolic state with features such as weight loss, tachycardia, tremor, and heat...
The Thyroid Gland01:23

The Thyroid Gland

The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck and covers the anterior surface of the trachea. The gland has two lateral lobes connected by a thin tissue mass called the isthmus. Internally, each lobe comprises many small spherical structures known as thyroid follicles, surrounded by a network of blood vessels.
The follicles have a central cavity lined by simple cuboidal to squamous epithelial cells called follicular cells. These cells produce the glycoprotein...
Goiter01:27

Goiter

Goiter refers to an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland that may appear as a diffuse goiter (uniform enlargement) or nodular (single or multiple nodules). Functionally, it is classified as nontoxic (normal/low hormone levels) or toxic (excess hormone production).PathophysiologyDiffuse thyroid enlargement typically results from prolonged stimulation by thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) or TSH-like agents, commonly seen in hypothyroidism or iodine deficiency. In contrast, in hyperthyroid...
Hyperthyroidism I: Introduction01:25

Hyperthyroidism I: Introduction

Hyperthyroidism is a type of thyrotoxicosis characterized by the thyroid gland's overproduction of the thyroid hormones triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4). This hormone excess increases the basal metabolic rate and enhances sensitivity to catecholamines.DiagnosisDiagnosis is based on clinical features and biochemical testing. It typically shows suppressed thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels below 0.4 mIU/L, with elevated free T3 and/or T4. Additional tests, including thyroid...
Graves' Disease I: Introduction01:28

Graves' Disease I: Introduction

Graves' disease is an autoimmune disorder that causes hyperthyroidism, or overactivity of the thyroid gland. It results from autoantibodies called thyroid-stimulating immunoglobulins (TSIs), which bind to thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) receptors, leading to overstimulation of hormone production and a hypermetabolic state.EtiologyAlthough considered idiopathic, Graves’ disease has well-established contributing factors. There is a strong genetic component, with increased prevalence in...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Test of Lepton Flavor Universality with B_{s}^{0}→ϕℓ^{+}ℓ^{-} Decays.

Physical review letters·2025
Same author

Observation of the Open-Charm Tetraquark Candidate T_{cs0}^{*}(2870)^{0} in the B^{-}→D^{-}D^{0}K_{S}^{0} Decay.

Physical review letters·2025
Same author

Study of Λ_{b}^{0} and Ξ_{b}^{0} Decays to Λh^{+}h^{'-} and Evidence for CP Violation in Λ_{b}^{0}→ΛK^{+}K^{-} Decays.

Physical review letters·2025
Same author

First Evidence for Direct CP Violation in Beauty to Charmonium Decays.

Physical review letters·2025
Same author

First Determination of the Spin-Parity of Ξ_{c}(3055)^{+,0} Baryons.

Physical review letters·2025
Same author

Measurement of the Branching Fraction Ratios R(D^{+}) and R(D^{*+}) Using Muonic τ Decays.

Physical review letters·2025
Same journal

Correction: Rapid progression of mitral‑aortic intervalvular fibrosa pseudoaneurysm in a patient with bicuspid aortic valve endocarditis: a case report and comprehensive literature review.

Journal of ultrasound·2026
Same journal

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound findings of Kikuchi cervical lymphadenopathy in children: three case reports and literature review.

Journal of ultrasound·2026
Same journal

A machine learning model integrating two-dimensional ultrasound radiomics and clinical parameters for differentiating membranous nephropathy from IgA nephropathy.

Journal of ultrasound·2026
Same journal

Giant lipoma of the right colic flexure with intussusception: a case described by ultrasound.

Journal of ultrasound·2026
Same journal

Diagnostic accuracy of point-of-care ultrasound in neonatal intensive care units: a systematic review.

Journal of ultrasound·2026
Same journal

Ultrasound grading of hepatic steatosis and its metabolic and endocrine correlates among adults with MASLD in Duhok, Iraq: a cross-sectional study.

Journal of ultrasound·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 13, 2026

Transoral Endoscopic Thyroidectomy Vestibular Approach for Thyroid Lobectomy
05:12

Transoral Endoscopic Thyroidectomy Vestibular Approach for Thyroid Lobectomy

Published on: May 12, 2023

Thyroglossal duct cysts: Two cases.

M Valentino1, C Quiligotti, A Villa

  • 1Urgency and Emergency Radiology, Department of Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging, Hospital of Parma, Italy.

Journal of Ultrasound
|March 2, 2013
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Thyroglossal duct cysts are common congenital neck masses. Ultrasound (US) is essential for diagnosing these cysts in children, confirming clinical findings, and detecting deep or multiple lesions.

Keywords:
CystsThyroglossal ductUltrasound

More Related Videos

Minimal Invasive Resection of Large Retrosternal Thyroid Goiter
04:09

Minimal Invasive Resection of Large Retrosternal Thyroid Goiter

Published on: September 20, 2024

Substernal Thyroid Biopsy Using Endobronchial Ultrasound-guided Transbronchial Needle Aspiration
10:19

Substernal Thyroid Biopsy Using Endobronchial Ultrasound-guided Transbronchial Needle Aspiration

Published on: November 10, 2014

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 13, 2026

Transoral Endoscopic Thyroidectomy Vestibular Approach for Thyroid Lobectomy
05:12

Transoral Endoscopic Thyroidectomy Vestibular Approach for Thyroid Lobectomy

Published on: May 12, 2023

Minimal Invasive Resection of Large Retrosternal Thyroid Goiter
04:09

Minimal Invasive Resection of Large Retrosternal Thyroid Goiter

Published on: September 20, 2024

Substernal Thyroid Biopsy Using Endobronchial Ultrasound-guided Transbronchial Needle Aspiration
10:19

Substernal Thyroid Biopsy Using Endobronchial Ultrasound-guided Transbronchial Needle Aspiration

Published on: November 10, 2014

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Congenital Abnormalities

Background:

  • Thyroglossal duct cyst is the most frequent congenital neck mass in pediatric and young adult populations.
  • These cysts typically present as painless swellings in the submental region.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the diagnostic utility of ultrasound (US) in evaluating thyroglossal duct cysts.
  • To present typical cases of thyroglossal duct cysts in children.

Main Methods:

  • Case presentation of two pediatric patients (ages 7 and 9) with submental swellings.
  • Diagnostic imaging using ultrasound (US) to characterize the neck masses.

Main Results:

  • Ultrasound revealed anechoic or hypoechoic rounded masses with well-defined margins, confirming thyroglossal duct cysts.
  • One patient presented with a palpable superficial cyst and a non-palpable, communicating deep cyst.

Conclusions:

  • Ultrasound is crucial for confirming clinical suspicion of thyroglossal duct cysts.
  • US aids in detecting non-clinically appreciable lesions, assessing cyst communication, and identifying complications.