Lingual Thyroid

A condition characterized by the presence of rudimentary THYROID tissue at the base of the TONGUE. It is due to failed embryonic development and migration of thyroid tissue to its normal location. The lingual thyroid usually cannot maintain adequate hormone production thereby resulting in HYPOTHYROIDISM.

Also Known As:

Lingual Thyroids; Thyroid, Lingual; Thyroids, Lingual

Congenital, Hereditary, and Neonatal Diseases and Abnormalities: 960
- Congenital Abnormalities: 26404
  - Thyroid Dysgenesis: 313
    - Lingual Thyroid: 90
Endocrine System Diseases: 996
- Thyroid Diseases: 6248
  - Thyroid Dysgenesis: 313
    - Lingual Thyroid: 90

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