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An uncommon variant, Warthin‑like papillary thyroid carcinoma: A case report.
Sena Altunsu1, Baris Dagdemir1, Muhammed Hasan Toper2
1Department of General Surgery, Marmara University School of Medicine, 34854 Istanbul, Turkey.
Molecular and Clinical Oncology
|December 25, 2024
Summary
Warthin-like papillary thyroid carcinoma (WLPTC) is a rare variant of a common thyroid cancer. This case report details a WLPTC diagnosis in a patient with multiple thyroid nodules and a favorable prognosis.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Papillary thyroid carcinoma is the most common thyroid malignancy.
- Warthin-like papillary thyroid carcinoma (WLPTC) is an uncommon variant with a generally favorable prognosis.
- WLPTC often presents alongside Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
Observation:
- A 40-year-old female presented with multiple thyroid nodules and subclinical hypothyroidism.
- Fine needle aspiration biopsy showed atypia of undetermined significance.
- The patient had a family history of thyroid cancer.
Findings:
- Definitive pathological assessment revealed seven thyroid nodules.
- Four distinct diagnoses were identified among the nodules.
- Warthin-like papillary thyroid carcinoma (WLPTC) was confirmed as one of the diagnoses.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of thorough pathological examination in complex thyroid nodule presentations.
- Understanding WLPTC presentation is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
- Further research into the multifactorial etiology of thyroid nodules is warranted.
Keywords:
papillary thyroid carcinomathyroid carcinomathyroid nodulewarthin-like papillary thyroid carcinomawarthin-like variantMore Related Videos
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