Is it possible to determine the origin of cyst in empty thyroid bed in patient with lingual thyroid?

Some patients with ectopic thyroid gland or athyreotic patients have one or more cysts in empty thyroid bed. The origin of these cysts is uncertain. We present the patient with lingual thyroid gland and small cyst in empty thyroid bed featuring the diagnostic algorithm used and discussing the possible etiologic scenarios.

Breast cholesterol granuloma: a report of two cases with discussion on potential pathogenesis.

Breast cholesterol granuloma is a very rare lesion that can clinically and radiologically mimic breast carcinoma. Herein, we report two cases of breast cholesterol granulomas along with clinical, radiological, cytological and histological findings. We also discuss the potential pathogenesis of this rare breast nodular lesion, suggesting its relation not only to mammary duct ectasia but also to the rupture of a breast macrocyst.