Thyroglossal fistula develops due to:
Ans. (c) Incomplete removal of thyroglossal cystRef: Bailey and Love 26th edition, Page 701Thyroglossal fistula:* Presents as midline discharging sinus.* It is never Congenital - Always acquired.* Caused by Infection, Inadequate removal or TG cyst or Inappropriate I and D by mistake.* Complete excision of tract with Central part of hyoid bone is the TOC (Sistrunk Operation)
Miscellaneous (Neck)
Developmental anomaly
Injury
Incomplete removal of thyroglossal cyst
Inflammatory disorder
Incomplete removal of thyroglossal cyst