Introduction. Thyroglossal duct cysts (TGDCs) can be diagnosed at any age. They are most common in women aged 30–40. Cysts become malignant 1% of patients. As a result, very rare tumor – TGDC carcinoma ¬– develops. Some oncologists believe it is sufficient to perform surgery using the Sistrunk procedure. Other scientists insist on performing procedure followed by thyroidectomy, lymph node disse...