thyroglossal duct cyst presenting as endolaryngeal mass
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thyroglossal duct cyst is a well-known congenital entity, and its embryonic development and clinical presentation are well understood. very little can be added to the classic material found in the world literature. rare cases of unusual clinical presentation have also been reported. our case of endolaryngeal thyroglossal duct cyst is reported because of its unique endolaryngeal presentation, having no characteristic external cystic mass. this case is reported along with its cr and fvl studies and pathological slides.
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THYROGLOSSAL DUCT CYST PRESENTING AS ENDOLARYNGEAL MASS
Thyroglossal duct cyst is a well-known congenital entity, and its embryonic development and clinical presentation are well understood. Very little can be added to the classic material found in the world literature. Rare cases of unusual clinical presentation have also been reported. Our case of endolaryngeal thyroglossal duct cyst is reported because of its unique endolaryngeal presentation...
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medical journal of islamic republic of iranجلد ۱۱، شماره ۳، صفحات ۲۵۱-۲۵۴
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