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Thyroglossal duct carcinoma: a case report

T Asakage1, S Nara, T Yoshizumi

  • 1Department of Head and Neck Surgery, National Cancer Center Hospital East, Chiba, Japan.

Japanese Journal of Clinical Oncology
|December 9, 1997
PubMed
Summary

A rare case of papillary adenocarcinoma, originating from a thyroglossal duct cyst, was diagnosed in a 47-year-old woman presenting with a long-standing neck mass. Surgical removal was successful, with no recurrence observed after one year.

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Area of Science:

  • Head and Neck Surgery
  • Endocrinology
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Thyroglossal duct cysts are congenital anomalies that can rarely undergo malignant transformation.
  • Midline submental swelling can present as an asymptomatic mass, posing diagnostic challenges.

Observation:

  • A 47-year-old woman presented with a 13-year history of asymptomatic midline submental swelling.
  • Fine-needle aspiration cytology of the solid mass revealed adenocarcinoma.

Findings:

  • Preoperative diagnosis was thyroglossal duct carcinoma.
  • Histopathological examination after Sistrunk procedure confirmed papillary adenocarcinoma.
  • The patient experienced an uneventful postoperative recovery.

Implications:

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  • This case highlights the importance of considering malignancy in persistent thyroglossal duct remnants.
  • Complete surgical excision is crucial for managing thyroglossal duct carcinoma.
  • Long-term surveillance is necessary to ensure no local recurrence or metastasis.