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[Thyroid metastases as cause of thyroid swelling]

M J van der Sangen1, T Wiggers, A M Eggermont

  • 1Dr. Daniel den Hoed Kliniek, Afd. Radiotherapie, Rotterdam.

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde
|February 6, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Thyroid metastases treatment outcomes varied. Surgery or surgery with radiotherapy offered complete local control. An expectant approach is advised for rapid progression, while individualized treatment aims to prolong disease-free survival for select cases.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Radiotherapy

Background:

  • Thyroid gland metastases are rare but significant clinical occurrences.
  • Understanding treatment efficacy for thyroid metastases is crucial for patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate treatment outcomes for patients with thyroid metastases.
  • To compare findings with existing literature and provide treatment recommendations.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 16 patients diagnosed with thyroid metastases between 1983-1991.
  • Review of various treatment modalities including chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery, and combined approaches.
  • Assessment of local control and overall survival.

Main Results:

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  • Median overall survival was 9 months.
  • Surgery or combined surgery and radiotherapy achieved complete local control.
  • Chemotherapy yielded partial remissions or stable disease in treated patients.
  • All patients eventually developed systemic disease progression.

Conclusions:

  • An expectant policy is recommended for patients with rapid systemic progression or short disease-free intervals.
  • Individualized treatment, including surgery, is indicated for airway obstruction, solitary metastasis, or long disease-free periods to improve survival outcomes.