A lingual thyroid is a specific type of ectopic thyroid and results from the lack of normal caudal migration of the thyroid gland. NB: Location at the base of the tongue aside, the information in this article can relate to any ectopic thyroid tissue.
Can levothyroxine be used to treat lingual thyroid?
Kumar et al studied three lingual thyroid cases in a pediatric age group [6], and similarly Maurice et al reported three lingual thyroid cases in women [7]. In both the reports, patients were treated with levothyroxine and there is significant improvement in symptoms and shrinkage of lingual thyroid.
Can lingual thyroid be transplanted to neck?
In patients lacking thyroid tissue in the neck, lingual thyroid can be excised and autotransplanted to the muscles of neck [5]. Kumar et al studied three lingual thyroid cases in a pediatric age group [6], and similarly Maurice et al reported three lingual thyroid cases in women [7].
What is the prevalence of carcinoma of the lingual thyroid?
Carcinoma of a lingual thyroid has been reported but is very rare, and presumed to be no higher in prevalence than of the normal thyroid. A general differential for a posterior midline neck mass includes 3: 1. Larheim TA, Westesson P. Maxillofacial Imaging.
Is it normal to have thyroid tissue at the base of tongue?
Only occasionally do patients have thyroid tissue both at the tongue base and elsewhere in the neck. CT demonstrates a hyperdense soft tissue mass, of the same attenuation as normal thyroid tissue. It is hyperdense on account of the normal accumulation of iodine within the gland 1,3.
Where is the thyroglossal cyst located?
Thyroglossal Cyst • A thyroglossal cyst may be found at any point along the migratory path followed by thyroid gland in the midline of neck. • A thyroglossal cyst is a cystic remnant of thyroglossal duct. 31. • In 50 per cent cases such cyst is located close to hyoid bone. • It may also be found at the base of tongue or close to thyroid cartilage.
What is a histology slide collection?
Collection of the pictures of important histology slides taken from a microscope . The images are arranged according to Systems and are extremely useful for medical students. Cube shaped, central nucleus.
