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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
Complications
- Common complications of thyroid adenoma are listed below:
Prognosis
References
- ↑ Benign conditions of thyroid gland. Canadian Cancer Society. http://www.cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-type/thyroid/thyroid-cancer/benign-conditions/?region=on Accessed on October 11, 2015