Embryology of the Neck & Neck Masses

Embryology of the Neck & Neck Masses
Presentation by: Steven T. Wright, M.D.
Shawn Newlands, M.D., Ph.D, M.B.A
UTMB Dept of Otolaryngology


Neck Masses
Embryology and Anatomy
Branchial system
Thyroid Gland
Oral Cavity
Midline Neck Masses
Thyroid Nodules
Fine-Needle Aspiration Biopsy
Thyroglossal Duct Cyst
TGDC Carcinoma
Ectopic Thyroid
Lateral Nonmalignant Thyroid Tissue
Cervical Thymic Cysts
Plunging Ranula
Lateral Neck Masses
First Branchial Cleft Cysts
Laryngoceles
Dermoid and Teratoid Cysts
Dermoid Cysts
Teratoid Cysts and Teratomas
Sternomastoid Tumor of Infancy
Conclusions

* Neck masses are very common
* Approach with History and Physical exam will commonly lead to the correct diagnosis
* An understanding of cervical embryology is crucial in treatment of these masses

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