In the last decades, thyroid cancer incidence has continuously increased all over the world, almost exclusively due to a sharp rise in the incidence of the papillary histologic subtype, which has the highest incidence of multifocality. Furthermore, Black Sea and Eastern European regions are both endemic and known to have been under the influence of Chernobyl nuclear explosion. Although overscreening might have a role in certain parts of the world, the predictors of malignancy such as family history, genetical disorders, previous radiation exposure, low iodine intake, diabetes and obesity, should also be taken into consideration in determining the extent of surgery.
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Preoperative Evaluation of Malignancy Risk Factors-How many risk factors are present?
Timeframe: 12 months
Preoperative Bethesda category, Fine needle aspiration (FNA) cytology report
Timeframe: 12 months
Preoperative ultrasound evaluation with Thyroid Imaging Reporting and Data System (TI-RADS)
Timeframe: 12 months
Total thyroidectomy for both benign and malign thyroid diseases
Timeframe: 12 months