Pediatric thyroid nodules and malignancy

Kris R. Jatana; Donald Zimmerman

doi:10.1016/j.otc.2014.09.005

Pediatric thyroid nodules and malignancy

Kris R. Jatana, Donald Zimmerman^*

^*Corresponding author for this work

Pediatrics

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Abstract

Proper management of pediatric thyroid nodules is crucial to achieving good outcomes. It is important to obtain a thorough history, including prior radiation exposure and family history of thyroid cancer and any symptoms of hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism. A complete physical examination with special attention to the thyroid gland and any cervical lymphadenopathy is important. Nodules between 5 and 10mm with risk factors (clinical or sonographic) and all nodules greater than 10mm should undergo a fine-needle aspiration biopsy. A comprehensive center of pediatric specialists is the best environment for treatment of these patients.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	47-58
Number of pages	12
Journal	Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America
Volume	48
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.otc.2014.09.005
State	Published - 2015

Keywords

Neck mass
Pediatric thyroid
Pediatric thyroidectomy
Thyroid cancer
Thyroid nodule

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Otorhinolaryngology

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