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Computer-Aided Three-Dimensional Visualization in the Treatment of Locally Advanced Thyroid Cancer
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[Papilar thyroid carcinoma. An unusual clinic]
A Rodríguez Fernández-Freire1, E Porras Alonso, M Rodríguez Pérez
1Servicio ORL, Hospital Universitario Puerta del Mar, Cádiz. antonior1@ono.com
Anales Otorrinolaringologicos Ibero-Americanos
|September 12, 2007
Summary
Papillary carcinoma, the most common thyroid cancer, often presents as a slow-growing thyroid nodule. However, some cases, like this one, initially appear as a lateral neck mass.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Endocrinology
- Head and Neck Surgery
Background:
- Papillary carcinoma is the most prevalent malignant thyroid neoplasm, comprising 70-75% of all thyroid cancers.
- Typically, it manifests as a solitary, slow-growing thyroid nodule in 80-90% of instances.
Observation:
- A minority of cases (10-26%) present atypically with a lateral neck mass and no palpable thyroid abnormality.
- This report details a 67-year-old patient presenting with a gradually enlarging lateral neck mass over several years.
Findings:
- The patient's presentation highlights an uncommon initial manifestation of papillary thyroid carcinoma.
- Diagnostic evaluation is crucial for identifying the underlying cause of lateral neck masses.
Implications:
- Recognizing atypical presentations of common thyroid cancers is vital for timely diagnosis and treatment.
- This case underscores the importance of thorough neck examination in patients with lateral neck masses.
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