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[The pathology of thyroid nodules. Our experience]
1Ospedale Sacra Famiglia, Divisione di Chirurgia Generale, Novafeltria PS.
Rivista Europea Per Le Scienze Mediche E Farmacologiche = European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences = Revue Europeenne Pour Les Sciences Medicales Et Pharmacologiques
|March 1, 1992
Summary
This study reviewed 149 thyroid surgeries, highlighting preoperative diagnostic challenges for solitary nodules. Fine needle-aspiration cytology proved effective in distinguishing malignant from benign thyroid lesions for surgical planning.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Surgical Pathology
- Oncology
Context:
- Experiences with 149 surgical operations for thyroid nodules between 1979 and 1991.
- Preoperative diagnostic challenges associated with solitary thyroid nodules.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the diagnostic utility of fine needle-aspiration (FNA) cytology.
- To assess the effectiveness of preoperative diagnosis in planning surgical treatment for thyroid nodules.
Summary:
- The study details surgical outcomes for 149 patients with thyroid nodules.
- Preoperative diagnostic difficulties, particularly with solitary nodules, were noted.
- Cytologic diagnosis was found to be crucial for differentiating benign from malignant lesions, aiding surgical strategy.
Impact:
- Improved patient selection for surgery.
- Enhanced preoperative planning for thyroid nodule treatment.
- Demonstrated the value of FNA cytology in thyroid nodule management.