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[Clinico pathologic analysis of 1503 thyroid tumors]
1Ningxia Medical College, Yinchuan.
Zhonghua Zhong Liu Za Zhi [Chinese Journal of Oncology]
|November 1, 1992
Summary
This study analyzed 1503 thyroid tumors, finding most benign and few malignant. Papillary adenocarcinoma was the most common malignant thyroid tumor, with survival rates varying by type.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Context:
- Thyroid tumors represent a significant clinical challenge.
- Understanding the prevalence and characteristics of thyroid neoplasms is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.
- A large cohort analysis provides valuable epidemiological data.
Purpose:
- To conduct a clinicopathologic analysis of a large series of thyroid tumors.
- To determine the relative frequencies of benign and malignant thyroid lesions.
- To characterize the common types and survival rates of thyroid malignancies.
Summary:
- Analysis of 1503 thyroid tumors: 82.9% benign, 17.8% malignant.
- Simple adenoma (62.1%) was the most frequent benign tumor; papillary adenocarcinoma (52.5%) the most common malignant type.
- Overall 5- and 10-year cancer survival rates were 67.7% and 47.6%, respectively.
Impact:
- Provides essential data on thyroid tumor epidemiology and pathology.
- Highlights the importance of accurate diagnosis for appropriate patient management.
- Informs further research into thyroid cancer classification and treatment strategies.