Thyroglossal Duct Anomalies -an Institutional Experience

Thyroglossal duct anomalies are the most common cause of congenital neck masses in children. However, they can also be present in later life. These anomalies can have varying presentations. Objectives- The main objective of this study was to determine the incidence, prevalence, and varied presentations of thyroglossal duct anomalies among both adults and children. During a one-year period from February Materials and methods2022 to February 2023, a prospective observational study was conducted at a rural tertiary care hospital. The study involved 12 patients who underwent surgery to treat thyroglossal duct cysts, with 7 of them being male and 5 being female. The Resultsstudy consisted of twelve patients, with a male-to-female ratio of 1.4:1. The condition was found to be more prevalent in the age group under ten years, with the main presenting complaint being neck swelling. The swelling was mostly located in the suprahyoid region. After conrming the diagnosis, surgical management was done. Thyroglossal duct c Conclusion- ysts can present in different age group and their location can also be different. It has various types of presenting features.