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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Depending on the extent of the tumor at the time of diagnosis, the prognosis may vary. However, the prognosis is generally regarded as excellent. | |||
==Natural History== | ==Natural History== | ||
* Thyroid adenoma are usually slow growing tumor which have limited growth and indolent behaviour. | * Thyroid adenoma are usually slow growing tumor which have limited growth and indolent behaviour. | ||
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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 may vary. However, the prognosis is generally regarded as excellent.
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
- Dysphagia
- Superior vena cava obstruction
Prognosis
- Thyroid adenoma is a benign tumor and have excellent prognosis.