Intratracheal Ectopic Thyroid Tissue Presenting with Protracted Airway Obstruction: A Case Study

M. Khan; Peter G. Michaelson; M. L. Hinni

Intratracheal Ectopic Thyroid Tissue Presenting with Protracted Airway Obstruction: A Case Study

M. Khan, Peter G. Michaelson, M. L. Hinni

Wright State University

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Abstract

Intratracheal ectopic thyroid tissue is a rare finding, with few cases reported in the literature. Ectopic thyroid tissue results when the thyroid gland fails to descend to its final position during early development. These lesions present in various locations, and the clinician should be aware of their existence and presenting signs and symptoms.

Original language	American English
Journal	Ear, Nose, and Throat Journal
Volume	87
State	Published - Aug 1 2008

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Medical Specialties
Medicine and Health Sciences
Otolaryngology
Surgery

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