| Literature DB >> 28149813 |
Adèle-Rose Ngo Nyeki1, Giuseppe Peloni2, Wolfram Karenovics1, Frédéric Triponez1, Samira Mercedes Sadowski1.
Abstract
We describe the case of a rare anatomical variant of the inferior thyroid artery (ITA) taking its origin directly from the common carotid artery (CCA) instead of the thyrocervical trunk (TCT). This anatomical feature exposes to risks of perioperative bleeding and nerve injuries when it is unrecognized by the surgeons. Knowledge of its existence may be helpful to reduce risks for the patient.Entities:
Keywords: Anatomical variation; common carotid artery (CCA); inferior thyroid artery (ITA)
Year: 2016 PMID: 28149813 PMCID: PMC5233841 DOI: 10.21037/gs.2016.12.03
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Gland Surg ISSN: 2227-684X