Congenital hypothyroidism - lingual thyroid
Presentation
Elevated TSH levels on newborn screening.
Patient Data
Age: Neonate
From the case:
Congenital hypothyroidism - lingual thyroid
Nuclear medicine
14.2 MBq of Tc 99m was administered intravenously. Cobal sternal notch marker noted.
There is a focus of isotope uptake noted at the base of the tongue, most in keeping with a lingual thyroid gland.
Case Discussion
This demonstrates a case of congenital hypothyroidism as a result of an ectopic thyroid gland.
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