Thyroid hematoma after blunt neck trauma.

Nogognan Ignace Lengane, Milckisédek Judicaël Marouruana Somé, Charles Ilboudo, Solo Traoré, Bertin Priva Ouédraogo

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Nogognan Ignace LenganeENT and Head and Neck Surgery Department, Ouahigouya University Hospital, Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso.

Milckisédek Judicaël Marouruana SoméRadiology Department, Ouahigouya University Hospital, Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso.

Charles IlboudoIntensive Care Department, Ouahigouya University Hospital, Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso.

Solo TraoréInternal Medicine Department, Ouahigouya University Hospital, Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso.

Bertin Priva OuédraogoENT and Head and Neck Surgery Department, Tingandogo University Hospital, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.

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Abstract

Thyroid gland hematoma following blunt neck trauma is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition due to the risk of airway compromise. While it most commonly occurs in goitrous glands, unusual mechanisms of trauma can still make such cases exceptional. We present a case of thyroid haematoma following scarf-related neck strangulation in a patient with a longstanding goitre. Although uncommon, thyroid injury should be considered in cases of neck trauma or swelling. Stable hematomas without airway compromise can be managed conservatively. Surgical intervention is warranted primarily when airway obstruction is threatened.

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PMID40895511

DOI10.1016/j.tcr.2025.101234

PMCPMC12398216

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