Anaplastic Transformation of Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma

Authors

  • Gamal Khairy Dr. Gamal Khairy Department of Surgery College of Medicine and King Khalid University Hospital King Saud University PO Box 7805 Riyadh 11472, Saudi Arabia

Abstract

Abstract: Anaplastic thyroid cancer (ATC) is one of the most aggressive malignancies that arise from transformation of preexisting
differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC). However, the carcinogenic mechanism of anaplastic transformation remains
unclear. We describe a case for huge goiter diagnosed as papillary thyroid carcinoma, which underwent thyroidectomy. The
final histology showed anaplastic transformation. The clinical and possible etiological aspects are discussed.
Keywords: anaplastic, thyroid cancer, transformation

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Published

2010-02-14

How to Cite

Khairy, G. (2010). Anaplastic Transformation of Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma. International Journal of Health Sciences, 3(1). Retrieved from https://pub.qu.edu.sa/index.php/journal/article/view/41

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Case report/case series