Osteosarcoma in the Thyroid Gland

ORL J Otorhinolaryngol Relat Spec. 2023;85(1):52-56. doi: 10.1159/000525183. Epub 2022 Nov 1.

Abstract

Primary osteosarcomas are rarely seen in areas other than bone, although they can occur in sites such as the thigh, anal region, hand, etc. We present a case of primary extraskeletal osteosarcoma of the thyroid, of which there are only 29 previous reported cases. Presentations and treatment options for this type of tumor vary. Through this case report, we discuss the similarities and differences of the patient's presentation compared with other documented cases, imaging, the rationale behind treatment, and the current clinical course.

Keywords: Cancer; Head and neck cancer; Osteosarcoma; Otolaryngology; Thyroid cancer; Thyroid nodule.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Bone Neoplasms*
  • Humans
  • Osteosarcoma* / diagnostic imaging
  • Osteosarcoma* / surgery
  • Soft Tissue Neoplasms*
  • Thyroid Gland