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Synovial cell sarcoma (SS) is a rare soft tissue sarcoma which can occur at any site in the body. SS arise from pluripotent mesenchymal cells and can occur in the head and neck region. We present a case of primary SS of the thyroid gland in a 47- year- old male and discuss the diagnostic and management challenge. A literature review of this rare entity was done.
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We extend our thanks to our colleagues from the Pathology Department, Faculty of Medicine; University of Alexandria: Prof. Dr. Nagwa Oweiss; Professor of Pathology, Prof. Dr. Hanan Tayel; Professor of Pathology and Dr.Maram Allam; Assistant lecturer.
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Zahran, M., Hamza, A., Alsedra, S. et al. Primary Synovial Sarcoma of the Thyroid Gland: A Case Report and Review of Literature. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 74 (Suppl 2), 2041–2044 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12070-020-01999-3
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