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Thyroid Nodule on Triple Ectopic Thyroid Tissue in a 15 Year-Old Girl

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Ectopic thyroid tissue is a rare congenital anomaly resulting from abnormal thyroid migrationduring embryogenesis. We present the case of a 15-year-old girl who presented with ananterior cervical mass and intermittent leg heaviness. Imaging studies identified triple ectopicthyroid tissue with an associated TIRADS 3 nodule and mild hypothyroidism. This caseunderscores the critical role of radiological assessment in diagnosing ectopic thyroid tissueand guiding patient management.

Source: International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research

DOI: 10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i02.40752

Author: OUMKALTOUM TAIAA

Language: English

Topic: Head and Neck Anomalies

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4409394516

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