Description

Study the anatomical variant of an accessory thyroid lobe with this 3D model. Accessory lobes are additional fragments of thyroid tissue that can be located near the main gland or along the path of its embryonic descent. Such variants are clinically significant because they may mimic pathological masses or contribute to residual function after thyroid surgery. This model helps learners understand the diversity of thyroid anatomy and its implications for imaging, diagnosis, and surgical planning.