Thyroid adenoma natural history, complications and prognosis

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ammu Susheela, M.D. [2]

Overview

Depending on the extent of the tumor at the time of diagnosis, the prognosis of thyroid adenoma may vary. However, the prognosis is generally regarded as excellent. Common complications of thyroid adenoma include hyperthyroidism, thyrotoxicosis, hemorrhage, thyroid cyst, and superior vena cava obstruction.

Natural History

• Thyroid adenoma are usually slow growing tumor which have limited growth and indolent behaviour.

Complications

• Hyperthyroidism
• Thyrotoxicosis
• Hemorrhage
• Thyroid cyst
• Thyroid cancer
• Dyspnea and stridor
• Dysphagia
• Superior vena cava obstruction

Prognosis

• Thyroid adenoma is a benign tumor and have excellent prognosis.