Thyroglossal Duct Cyst — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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A 13-year-old has a painless midline neck mass that moves with swallowing AND tongue protrusion. TFTs normal. Diagnosis?

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Correct answer: B — Thyroglossal duct cyst

Movement with both swallowing and tongue protrusion is pathognomonic of thyroglossal duct cyst.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024 – Clinical Practice Guidelines: Neck Masses