Thyroglossal cyst
Introduction to Thyroglossal Cyst
Welcome to the Thyroglossal Cyst subsection of the ENT for the MSRA course.
This section is designed to provide comprehensive and structured learning materials to help you understand and master the topic of Thyroglossal Cyst for the MSRA.
Resources for Thyroglossal Cyst:
- Thyroglossal Cyst Revision Notes for the MSRA
Detailed and concise traditional revision notes covering all essential aspects of Thyroglossal Cyst, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. These notes are based on UK NICE guidelines and formatted in tables for easy recall. - Thyroglossal Cyst Flashcards for the MSRA
Interactive flashcards to help you memorise key facts and concepts about Thyroglossal Cyst. These are perfect for quick reviews and reinforcing your knowledge. - Thyroglossal Cyst Accordion Q&A Notes for the MSRA
Engage in active learning with question-and-answer-style revision notes in the accordion format. This is useful for testing your understanding of Thyroglossal Cyst and focusing on areas needing improvement. - Thyroglossal Cyst Rapid Fire Quiz for the MSRA
A short quiz to test your knowledge and recall of Thyroglossal Cyst-related concepts. It’s an excellent way to assess your progress and pinpoint areas for further review.
Key Points about Thyroglossal Cyst:
- Definition: A Thyroglossal Cyst is a congenital neck mass that develops from remnants of the thyroglossal duct, which forms during the migration of the thyroid gland during embryonic development. It is the most common congenital neck cyst and typically presents in children or young adults.
- Causes: The cyst arises from persistent epithelial remnants of the thyroglossal duct. The duct normally atrophies after the thyroid gland descends to its final position in the neck, but in some cases, remnants persist, leading to cyst formation.
- Symptoms: Symptoms include a midline neck mass that moves with swallowing or protrusion of the tongue. The cyst can become infected, causing pain, swelling, redness, and discharge. Difficulty swallowing or breathing may occur if the cyst becomes significantly enlarged.
- Investigations: Diagnosis is clinical but can be confirmed with ultrasound, which shows a cystic structure in the midline of the neck. Fine-needle aspiration may be performed to assess for infection or rule out malignancy. A thyroid scan or CT may be used if anatomical clarification is needed.
- Management: The standard treatment is surgical removal through the Sistrunk procedure, which involves excision of the cyst, a portion of the hyoid bone, and a tract leading to the base of the tongue to reduce recurrence. Antibiotics are indicated if there is an associated infection.
- Complications: Complications include recurrence of the cyst, infection, and, rarely, malignant transformation into papillary thyroid carcinoma. Early surgical intervention reduces the risk of complications and recurrence.
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