Ligaments of the Thyroid Gland

Thyroid ligaments: anatomy and functions

The thyroid gland is an important organ of the endocrine system, which is responsible for the production of hormones that regulate metabolism and growth of the body. It is located in the front of the neck and is surrounded by ligaments that provide stability and protection from damage. In this article we will look at the anatomy and function of the thyroid ligaments.

The thyroid ligaments are divided into two groups: middle and lateral. The middle thyroid ligament (ligamentum suspensorium thyroideum mediale) runs from the lower edge of the thyroid gland to the base of the tongue. It provides support to the thyroid gland and prevents it from moving upward. The lateral ligaments of the thyroid gland (ligamenta thyreoidea lateralia) pass from the lateral edges of the thyroid gland to the trachea and esophagus. They also serve the function of supporting the thyroid gland and preventing it from moving to the side.

The functions of the thyroid ligaments include providing stability to the organ, protecting it from injury, and preventing displacement. In addition, the thyroid ligaments are involved in the regulation of its function and the hormonal status of the body. Thyroid dysfunction may be associated with dysfunction of the ligaments, which can lead to various diseases.

In conclusion, the thyroid ligaments play an important role in maintaining its function and protecting it from damage. Knowledge of the anatomy and functions of these structures can help in understanding the endocrine system and its role in the body.

The thyroid ligaments are two ligaments that connect the thyroid gland to surrounding tissues. They play an important role in maintaining the proper shape and functioning of the thyroid gland.

The middle thyroid ligament (lig. thyreocervicale mediale) connects the thyroid gland to the wall of the anterior neck. The lateral ligaments of the thyroid gland (l. ligamenta thyreoidea laterales) go to the anterior surface of the anterior lobes of the thyroid gland and look like two thin cords. The lateral ligament of the thyroid gland has the shape of an ellipse and is attached to the lower border of the lateral lobes of the thyroid gland. It contains blood vessels, lymphatic processes of the thyroid gland and nerves.

The thyroid gland is located in the back of the upper neck at the level of the collarbone and is clearly visible to the naked eye. It has the shape of a butterfly due to the corrugated membrane lying along the inside of the neck. In its structure and number of lobules, it resembles the mammary gland and consists of almost a third of adipose tissue. This is a highly differentiated gland that includes endocrine cells that produce and secrete iodotyrosine, one of three hormones that regulate metabolic processes in the body.