Follicular adenoma Flashcards
1
Q
What are follicular adenomas?
A
A benign encapsulated tumor of the thyroid gland that is surrounded by a thin fibrous capsule.
2
Q
What are the clinical features of follicular adenomas?
A
Often presents as a slow-growing solitary nodule
Can develop into a toxic adenoma, which produces thyroid hormones autonomously
3
Q
How are follicular adenomas diagnosed?
A
(Fine needle aspiration cannot distinguish between follicular adenoma and carcinoma)
(Thyroid surgery) indicated both for treatment and definitive diagnosis
4
Q
What is the treatment for follicular adenomas?
A
Lobectomy with histologic analysis
