Thyroid Nodules Flashcards
1
Q
What are thyroid nodules?
A
Nodules in thyroid - mostly benign
2
Q
What are the symptoms?
A
Neck lump
Hoarse voice
3
Q
What are the risk factors for thyroid cancer?
A
Male Young Radiation exposure Hashimoto's Familial thyroid cancer
4
Q
What are the features of a malignant nodule?
A
Solid
Rough
Rapid onset
5
Q
What are the types of thyroid cancer?
A
Papillary > follicular > medullary > anaplastic
6
Q
How do you investigate a thyroid nodule?
A
TFTs - normal
Ultrasound
Fine needle aspiration
7
Q
How do you manage thyroid cancer?
A
Partial/total thyroidectomy
+/- radioactive ablation
