Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer Overview

  • Summary
  • Definition
  • Symptoms
  • Causes
  • Treatment
  • Other Names
  • When to Contact a Medical Professional
  • Possible Complications
  • Outlook (Prognosis)
  • Exams and Tests
  • Support Groups
Reviewed By Rita Nanda, M.D.

Definition

Anaplastic thyroid carcinoma is an aggressive form of cancer of the thyroid gland.


Symptoms


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Encyclopedia: Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer

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Anaplastic thyroid cancer is a form of thyroid cancer which has a very poor prognosis due to its aggressive behavior and resistance to cancer treatments. It rapidly invades surrounding tissues . The presence of regional lymphadenopathy in older patients in whom FNA reveals characteristic vesicular appearance of the nuclei would support a diagnosis of anaplastic carcinoma. Unlike its differentiated counterparts, anaplastic thyroid cancer is highly unlikely to be curable either...

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