Thyroglossal Cyst Flashcards
1
Q
What is a thyroglossal cyst?
A
epithelial lined cyst between Adam’s apple and chin
2
Q
What is the usual epid for a thyroglossal cyst?
A
Median age: 5
3
Q
What is the aetiology of a thyroglossal cyst?
A
thyroglossal duct should disappear after 6 weeks from birth but remains in some people (cyst)
4
Q
What are symptoms of thyroglossal cyst?
A
- Lump on midline of neck
- Compressible
- Can move upwards
5
Q
When would a thyroglossal cyst move upwards?
A
- Tongue is protruding
2. After swallowing
6
Q
What Ix are used for a thyroglossal cyst?
A
- Clinical diagnosis
2. If sus of thyroid involvement then do TFT
7
Q
What is the management of a thyroglossal cyst?
A
Elective surgical excision
