Background: The “classic” thyroid gland arterial vascularization takes into account two
superior thyroid arteries (STA), two inferior thyroid arteries (ITA) and, occasionally, a thyroid …

Studies on the origin of the superior thyroid artery, define that it could originate either from
the external carotid artery,(at the level of common carotid bifurcation), or from the common …

Objective To investigate the anatomical variations in the origins of the thyroid arteries on CT
angiography images. Methods The presence and the origins of the superior thyroid artery …

Purpose To determine the anatomical variations and morphology of the external carotid
artery (ECA) and its anterior branches. Methods Using computed tomography angiography …

Introduction The thyroid gland displays numerous variations in its anatomy. Understanding
the variations that occur can benefit diagnosis of thyroid disorders and improve …

Introduction The superior thyroid artery, the main atrial supply of neck region, is branched
from the external carotid artery as a first branch, but it may also arise from the common …

The aim of this study was to provide accurate anatomical descriptions of the overall anatomy
of the superior thyroid artery (STA), its relationship to other structures, and its driving …

Aim: To investigate variations in superior thyroid artery (STA) based on digital subtraction
angiography (DSA). Materials and Methods: Twenty five angiography studies of 15 pts …

Variation in the descent of the thyroid gland and during fetal life and regression of the
thyroglossal duct is associated with many variations in form of the mature gland. The shape …

Variant anatomy of the superior thyroid artery is important during surgical procedures,
interpretation of angiograms, and interventional radiography in the neck. Pattern of the …