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Cervical bronchogenic cyst mimicking thyroid adenoma
P Barsotti1, A Chatzimichalis, G Massard
1Service de Chirurgie Thoracique, Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg, France.
Summary
Bronchogenic cysts, congenital foregut malformations, can occur outside the mediastinum. A cervical, retrotracheal cystic mass initially suspected as thyroid adenoma was pathologically confirmed as a bronchogenic cyst.
Area of Science:
- Medicine
- Pathology
- Congenital Abnormalities
Background:
- Bronchogenic cysts are congenital foregut malformations typically found in the mediastinum.
- Their presentation outside the mediastinum is uncommon, posing diagnostic challenges.
Observation:
- A patient presented with a cystic, partially calcified tumor in the cervical and retrotracheal region.
- Preoperative imaging suggested a thyroid adenoma based on location and appearance.
Findings:
- Pathological examination revealed the lesion to be a bronchogenic cyst.
- This highlights the potential for extrathoracic or unusual presentations of these congenital anomalies.
Implications:
- Unusual presentations of bronchogenic cysts can mimic other pathologies, necessitating thorough histopathological evaluation.
- Awareness of extrathoracic bronchogenic cysts is crucial for accurate diagnosis and appropriate patient management.