Indicators of malignancy
Factors suggesting possible malignancy include:
- a rapidly enlarging nodule
- young patient, especially male
- past exposure of neck region to irradiation, especially in childhood
- irregular nodule
- enlarged regional nodes
- laryngeal nerve involvement
Reference
- Gharib H et al. American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, American College of Endocrinology, and Associazione Medici Endocrinologi medical guidelines for clinical practice for the diagnosis and management of thyroid nodules - 2016 update. Endocr Pract. 2016 May;22(5):622-39.
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