Case Report: Partial resection of lingual ectopic thyroid using an electrohook under laryngoscopic guidance

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Lingual thyroid is a rare ectopic condition occurring in 1 in 100,000–300,000 individuals, often leading to symptoms like dysphagia and foreign body sensation.
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A 56-year-old female with a 10-year history of dysphagia was diagnosed with lingual ectopic thyroid and hypothyroidism after imaging and lab tests.
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The patient underwent a successful partial resection of the ectopic thyroid using an electrohook under laryngoscopic visualization, with minimal blood loss.
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Postoperatively, the patient experienced complete symptom resolution, normalized thyroid function, and improved quality of life at the 3-month follow-up.
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Electrohook-assisted resection is a cost-effective and safe alternative for managing symptomatic lingual ectopic thyroid, enhancing treatment accessibility.

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