Thyroid Cancer: Causes, Types, and Treatment
Explore the world of thyroid cancer with a focus on the thyroid gland, causes of goiter, types of thyroid cancer including papillary and follicular, and essential health advice. Learn about the functions of the thyroid gland, risk factors associated with thyroid cancer, and the differentiating characteristics of each type. Discover insights into the treatment options available for thyroid cancer patients and gain valuable knowledge on this prevalent medical condition.
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THYROID CANCER MAJ ANDRIE JEREMY FORMANEZ O 147424 MC
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS Pre-Med: BS Biology, University of San Carlos 2003 Doctor of Medicine, Cebu Institute of Medicine 2009 Specialty Training: Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, AFPMC 2012 2015 Diplomate, Philippine Board of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery (PBO-HNS), 2016 Fellow, Philippine Society of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery (PSO-HNS), 2019
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS Battle of the Brains (HS level), GrandFinalist, 2015 2016 Philippine Society of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery (PSO-HNS) National Interesting Case Presentation Contest, Finalist, 2013 PSO HNS National Analytical Research Contest, 1stPlace, 2015
OBJECTIVES Describe the Thyroid Gland and its functions Discuss Causes of Anterior Neck Enlargement Describe Thyroid Cancer and different types Discuss Risk Factors of Thyroid Cancer Health Advice
Thyroid Gland Butterfly shaped organ located below the Adam s apple, in front of the trachea, and above the collarbone Responsible for producing thyroxine, which regulates, the body s metabolism Controlled by the hypothalamus of the brain Goiter is used to describe thyroid gland enlargement
Causes of Goiter Hyperthyroidism Hypothyroidism Infection Benign Thyroid Masses (Colloid Goiter, Nodular Goiter) Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Cancer A. Differentiated 1. Papillary 2. Follicular B. Undifferentiated
Papillary Thyroid Cancer Most common type (70%) More common in females Not aggressive Very good survival rate Commonly caused by radiation exposure Surgery treatment of choice
Follicular Thyroid Cancer 2nd Most common type (10 - 15%) More common in females Not aggressive Very good survival rate Surgery is treament of choice
Medullary Thyroid Cancer Rare ( 3%) Originates from parafollicular cells of thyroid gland Moderately aggressive Prognosis is poorer compared to papillary and follicular thyroid cancers Surgery is treament of choice
Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer Rare ( 2%) Aggressive Poor prognosis Chemotherapy combined with Radiotherapy is the treatment of Choice
Thyroid Cancer Risk and Prognostic Factors Age ( < 18 y.o., > 40 y.o.) Size Male Diet Radiation Exposure Heredity
Health Advice Keep calm Seek consult with your doctor Work-up Thyroid Hormone Evaluation Thyroid Gland Imaging Fine-needle Aspiration Biopsy
