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Hyperthyroidism and Malignancy: An Underrecognized Association
Arunima Das1, Jesu Pencilin Yesuvadiyan1, Karthikeyan Selvaraj1
1General Surgery, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital, Chennai, IND.
Cureus
|August 18, 2025
Summary
Thyroidectomy treats malignant thyroid swelling and hyperthyroidism. This case highlights the rare coexistence of silent thyroid cancer in a hyperthyroid patient, detailing diagnosis and management.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Thyroidectomy is essential for malignant thyroid swelling.
- Its role is critical in managing concurrent hyperthyroidism and malignancy.
Observation:
- A 55-year-old female presented with a two-year history of neck swelling and persistent hyperthyroidism.
- Thyroid malignancy, particularly Hürthle cell carcinoma, is rare in hyperthyroid patients.
Findings:
- The study details the diagnostic workup and surgical approach for a patient with coexisting hyperthyroidism and silent thyroid carcinoma.
- Postoperative outcomes, including hyperthyroid resolution and oncological results, were analyzed.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of investigating neck swellings in hyperthyroid patients.
- Effective management requires a multidisciplinary approach for optimal endocrine and oncological outcomes.
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