The decreasing prevalence of the thyroid ima artery: A systematic review and machine learning assisted meta-analysis

Yurasakpong, Laphatrada; Nantasenamat, Chanin; Janta, Sirorat; Eiamratchanee, Pinthusorn; Coey, James; Chaiyamoon, Arada; Kruepunga, Nutmethee; Senarai, Thanyaporn; Langer, Martin; Meemon, Krai; Suwannakhan, Athikhun

doi:10.1016/j.aanat.2021.151803

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“…Nevertheless, to fully understand and confirm this process, additional long‐term observational studies should be undertaken. The changes in the prevalence rates over time were reported in other anatomical structures as well, for example a decrease in the prevalence of the thyroid ima artery was investigated by Yurasakpong et al (2022). Contrary, a tripled increase in the prevalence of the median artery was declared by Lucas et al (2020) and a significant increase in the prevalence of the fabella was reported by Berthaume & Bull (2020).…”

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Accessory heads of the biceps brachii muscle: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

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The anatomy of the biceps brachii muscle has been a subject of interest to many researchers. In particular, the presence of one or more accessory heads has been reported to be the most common variation of the biceps brachii muscle. In fact, contemporary knowledge is quite inconsistent and lacks a definitive summary. Taking this into account, the present study aims to investigate the overall prevalence of the accessory heads and related questions, such as their broad morphological features, population variance, sexual dimorphism, side distribution or the changes in prevalence rates over time. A literature search of major scientific databases was conducted and produced 78 eligible articles, including 10,603 upper limbs, for our study. Relevant data were extracted and consequently analysed with the use of random-effects metaanalysis. As a result, the accessory heads occur with an overall prevalence of 9.6% (95% CI 8-11%) and by far the most common is the presence of a single accessory head (8.4%; 95% CI 7-10%). Additional sub-analyses revealed that accessory heads appear more frequently unilaterally and in males. Differences between the occurrence on the right or left side were not significant. Moreover, a decreasing trend in prevalence rates over time was observed, pointing towards an evolutionary adaptation. The innervation and blood supply of the accessory heads are nearly identical to that of the normal biceps brachii muscle. Although the accessory heads are usually asymptomatic, their potential presence must be kept in mind while interpreting various conditions. In addition, their direct clinical importance is speculated and is thought that they might be conductive to several pathological processes around the shoulder girdle and brachial region. While many of the morphological and morphometric aspects of the accessory heads are well documented, their functional value is still a matter for future investigations.

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Accessory heads of the biceps brachii muscle: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

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“…Injuries of the thyroidea-ima were described in some cases of percutaneous tracheostomy [ 34 , 35 ].A study by Laphatrada Yurasakpong et al revealed the presence of the thyroidea-ima in approximately 3.8% population, with a decline in the prevalence of the thyroidea-ima over the generations. Awareness of this normal variant of neck anatomy is important when performing a tracheostomy [ 36 ]. In our report, this variant was not present.…”

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Tongue Base Ectopic Thyroid Tissue—Is It a Rare Encounter?

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Failure in the embryological development of the thyroid in adults is rarely seen. We present the case of a 79-year-old female patient who complained of dysphagia and progressive upper respiratory obstruction, which started 12 months prior to her admission. An ENT clinical exam revealed a tongue base, spherical, well-defined tumour covered by normal mucosa. Further assessments established the diagnosis of the tongue base ectopic thyroid tissue. Due to the patient’s symptoms, a transhyoid tongue base tumour removal was performed. The selected patient gave consent for participation and inclusion in this paper, in compliance with the 1964 Helsinki declaration.

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“…Thyroidea ima artery (TIA) prevalence among studies Yurasakpong et al (2022) in their meta-analysis of 36 studies (4335 subjects) estimated the TIA prevalence in 3.8% (with a heterogeneity index 56.2%) [15]. A higher prevalence was detected in Europeans (5.3%) compared to Asians (4%), Americans (2.2%) and Africans (1.6%) [15].…”

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Thyroidea ima artery multiple branching pattern over the trachea

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Purpose The current cadaveric report describes a rare case of a thyroidea ima artery (TIA) with multiple branching pattern over the trachea. Methods A cadaver dissection of the neck and thorax region of a formalin-embalmed 90-year-old male cadaver of a body donor took place. The body donation was made after a signed informed consent. Results The TIA variant originated from the brachiocephalic artery before its bifurcation into the right common carotid artery (CCA) and right subclavian artery (SCA). TIA further divided into three anterior and two posterior branches, with subsequent multiple division into smaller branches. All branches were located anterior and right side to the trachea. The anterior branches supplied the infrahyoid muscles and the posterior ones supplied the thyroid gland inferior lobes and the inferior parathyroid glands. The TIA coexisted with a brachiocephalico-carotid trunk, derived after the left CCA and left SCA fusion. Conclusion The presence of multiple arterial branches over the trachea creates a high risk for excessive bleeding during tracheotomy or cricothyroidotomy.

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The decreasing prevalence of the thyroid ima artery: A systematic review and machine learning assisted meta-analysis

Cited by 22 publications

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Accessory heads of the biceps brachii muscle: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Accessory heads of the biceps brachii muscle: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Tongue Base Ectopic Thyroid Tissue—Is It a Rare Encounter?

Thyroidea ima artery multiple branching pattern over the trachea

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