Superior Thyroid Cornu Syndrome: A Rare and Overlooked Cause of Cervical Dysphagia and Throat Pain - A Case Series and Comprehensive Review
Abstract
Superior Thyroid Cornu Syndrome (STCS) is an uncommon condition characterized by structural anomalies of the thyroid cartilage's superior horn, leading to symptoms such as dysphagia, odynophagia, throat pain, and globus sensation.This paper presents four clinical cases diagnosed with STCS and provides a comprehensive review of the literature, covering etiology, pathophysiology, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies.Increased clinical awareness of this rare entity is essential to avoid misdiagnosis and inappropriate interventions.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Oropharyngeal Anatomy and Pathologies
Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery
Medical Case Reports and Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Global Journal of Otolaryngology
- Publisher
- Juniper Publishers
- Volume
- 28
- Issue
- 2
- Publication date
- 20 January 2026