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Marika Sugiyama1, Tamaki Ikuse2,1, Hiroyuki Sato1
1Department of Pediatrics, Juntendo University Faculty of Medicine, Tokyo, JPN.
Cureus
|April 27, 2026
Summary
Ectopic cervical thymus (ECT) is a rare congenital anomaly. Comparing imaging of the neck lesion to normal thymus aids definitive diagnosis, enabling conservative management and avoiding surgery.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Congenital Anomalies
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Ectopic cervical thymus (ECT) is a rare congenital anomaly.
- Diagnosis is challenging due to rarity and imaging overlap with tumors.
- Surgical excision is often performed to rule out malignancy.
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