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A Case of Migratory Thyroid Foreign Body.

Yun Huang1, Liang Luo1, Xin-Tao Wang1

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, Ganzhou People's Hospital, Ganzhou, Jiang Xi, China.

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Migratory thyroid foreign bodies are rare emergencies. This case highlights a delayed diagnosis and successful surgical removal of a long-standing foreign body causing severe neck pain.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
  • Medical Case Reports

Background:

  • Foreign bodies in the pharynx and esophagus are common emergencies.
  • Sharp foreign bodies can perforate the esophageal wall, causing complications like neck abscesses.
  • Migratory thyroid foreign bodies are uncommon, particularly with delayed presentation exceeding six months.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a rare case of a migratory thyroid foreign body.
  • To emphasize the diagnostic challenges and successful management of delayed presentations.

Main Methods:

  • Case presentation of a 43-year-old female with severe neck pain.
  • Comprehensive diagnostic examinations.
  • Surgical intervention via open neck surgery.

Main Results:

  • Diagnosis of a migrated thyroid foreign body after extensive evaluation.
  • Complete recovery and discharge following surgical removal.

Conclusions:

  • Migratory thyroid foreign bodies, even with delayed onset, are treatable.
  • Open neck surgery can be an effective treatment for such rare presentations.