Predictors of Thyroglossal Duct Cyst Recurrence and Complications Following Sistrunk Procedure.

Objective: Recurrence is the primary complication of the Sistrunk procedure performed for the resection of thyroglossal duct cysts (TGDC). We aim to more confidently identify patients who may be predisposed to recurrence or other postoperative complications based on their clinical presentation and (or) perioperative course.

Methods: Our institution's electronic medical record was queried over a 23-year period (2000-2023) for patients with TGDC who underwent a Sistrunk procedure.