Fourth branchial cyst presenting with right-sided vocal cord paralysis

J Otolaryngol. 2004 Aug;33(4):273-5. doi: 10.2310/7070.2004.03103.

Abstract

Fourth branchial anomalies are rare entities. Despite this, they must be considered when presented with a low lateral neck mass, recurrent lower neck abscesses, or recurrent suppurative thyroiditis. The truly unique presentation of this case highlights the importance of including these anomalies in the differential diagnosis for all neck lesions.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Biopsy, Needle
  • Branchioma / diagnostic imaging*
  • Branchioma / pathology*
  • Branchioma / surgery
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Radiography
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Vocal Cord Paralysis / diagnosis*