A rare complication of the Sistrunk’s procedure in thyroglossal duct remnant: tracheal injury

Abstract

Management of thyroglossal duct remnants (TGDRs) is a common clinical concern in childhood. A girl with an unusual complication of tracheal injury secondary to the Sistrunk’s procedure is presented and discussed with regard to the relevant literature on airway injuries during the procedure. Surgical resection is an optimal choice of therapy in TGDRs and may be associated with high morbidity, especially recurrence. Although the Sistrunk’s procedure is a safe and successful technique, lifethreatening complications should be kept in mind during the management of TGDRs.