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Radiation-induced sarcoma of the thyroid.

K L Griem1, P K Robb, D D Caldarelli

  • 1Department of Therapeutic Radiology, Rush-Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, IL 60612.

Archives of Otolaryngology--Head & Neck Surgery
|August 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

This is the first reported case of radiation-induced thyroid liposarcoma. A patient developed a thyroid mass 12 years after radiotherapy for nasopharyngeal cancer.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Pathology
  • Radiotherapy

Background:

  • High-dose radiotherapy is a known risk factor for secondary malignancies.
  • Nasopharyngeal cancer treatment often involves radiation to the head and neck region.

Observation:

  • A 23-year-old male presented with a thyroid mass 12 years post-radiotherapy for nasopharyngeal lymphoepithelioma.
  • Histopathological examination of the resected thyroid mass revealed liposarcoma.

Findings:

  • The thyroid mass was diagnosed as liposarcoma.
  • This represents a rare instance of sarcoma developing in the thyroid gland following radiation exposure.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the potential for radiation-induced sarcomas in the thyroid gland.

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  • Understanding the criteria for radiation-induced sarcomas (e.g., Cahan criteria) is crucial for diagnosis.
  • Further research may be needed to elucidate the specific mechanisms and long-term risks.