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Thyroid surgery.

O Greisen, S V Petersen

    Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
    |June 1, 1984
    PubMed
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    Malignant thyroid tumors were found in 17% of 233 patients with thyroid swelling. Malignant tumors were associated with a higher rate of recurrent nerve palsy, indicating the importance of preoperative examination for thyroid cancer diagnosis.

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    Area of Science:

    • Endocrinology
    • Oncology
    • Surgical Pathology

    Background:

    • Thyroid swellings are common referrals in clinical practice.
    • Distinguishing benign from malignant thyroid nodules preoperatively is crucial for appropriate management.
    • Thyroid cancer presents a significant public health concern, necessitating accurate diagnostic and surgical approaches.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the incidence of malignancy in patients presenting with thyroid swelling.
    • To evaluate the diagnostic utility of preoperative examinations in differentiating benign from malignant thyroid tumors.
    • To describe the surgical procedures and outcomes for both benign and malignant thyroid conditions.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 233 patients with thyroid swelling over a 5-year period.

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  • Review of preoperative examination findings, including recurrent nerve palsy assessment.
  • Histopathological examination of surgical specimens to confirm tumor type.
  • Documentation of surgical interventions and operative complications.

    • Main Results:

    • A total of 233 patients were treated for thyroid swelling, with 39 (17%) diagnosed with malignant tumors.
    • Malignant tumors showed a significantly higher incidence of preoperative recurrent nerve palsy (28%) compared to benign tumors (2.6%).
    • Surgical management varied from conservative procedures for benign conditions to radical operations, including neck dissection, for malignant tumors.

    Conclusions:

    • Thyroid swelling has a notable rate of malignancy (17%), underscoring the need for thorough preoperative evaluation.
    • Preoperative assessment, particularly for recurrent nerve palsy, can aid in identifying malignant thyroid neoplasms.
    • Tailored surgical approaches, ranging from conservative to radical, are essential for managing benign and malignant thyroid swellings effectively.