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	Thyroid.org: Cancer of the Thyroid Brochure
		Thyroid cancer is more common in people who have a history of exposure of the thyroid gland to radiation, have a family history of thyroid cancer, and are older than 40 years of age.
		Thyroid cancer can be caused by absorbing radioactive iodine released during a nuclear power plant emergency, such as the 1986 nuclear accident at the Chernobyl power plant in Russia.
		If the cancer is large within the thyroid or if it has spread to lymph nodes or if your doctor feels that you are at high risk for recurrent cancer, radioactive iodine can be used as a “magic bullet” to destroy thyroid cancer cells after removal of the thyroid gland by surgery.
	www.thyroid.org /patients/patient_brochures/cancer_of_thyroid.html (1533 words)

	Thyroid Cancer
		Thyroid cancer was first described by Halsted in his extensive compilation of documented thyroidectomies by the terms sarcomatous degeneration, thyroid tumor or thyroid cancer cells.
		Thyroid cancers are classified by their predominant histologic cell types, as follow: (1) well-differentiated malignant neoplasm (WDTC) accounts for 85% of thyroid cancers, including papillary, follicular, and Hurthle cell carcinomas, and (2) more aggressive variants include medullary carcinoma and anaplastic carcinoma (3) other tumors including lymphomas and metastatic tumors.
		Patterns of calcification on chest x-ray are useful in identifying the types of cancer: (1) rim or eggshell calcification suggests a benign lesion, (2) bilateral calcification in superolateral aspect of the thyroid gland indicates MTC and (3) extensive irregular calcification suggests a multinodular goiter.
	www.utmb.edu /otoref/Grnds/Thyroid-CA-021204/Thyroid-CA-021204.htm (5499 words)

	Thyroid cancer: diagnosis, treatment and prognosis.
		Thyroid cancer can occur in any age group, although it is most common after age 30 and its aggressiveness increases significantly in older patients.
		Anaplastic thyroid cancer tends to be found after it has spread and is not cured in most cases (it is very uncommon to survive anaplastic thyroid cancer).
		Thyroid cancer is unique among cancers, in fact, thyroid cells are unique among all cells of the human body.
	www.endocrineweb.com /thyroidca.html (1331 words)

	Thyroid cancer
		Thyroid cancer is a disease in which the cells of the thyroid gland become abnormal, grow uncontrollably, and form a mass of cells called a tumor.
		Physicians use several tests to confirm the suspicion of thyroid cancer, to identify the size and location of the lump and to determine whether the lump is non-cancerous (benign) or cancerous (malignant).
		The fourth type of thyroid cancer, anaplastic (2% of all thyroid cancers), is the fastest-growing and is usually fatal because the cancer cells rapidly spread to the different parts of the body.
	www.healthatoz.com /healthatoz/Atoz/ency/thyroid_cancer.jsp (1938 words)

	Thyroid cancer
		Cancer of the thyroid is a disease in which cancer (malignant) cells are found in the tissues of the thyroid gland.
		Cancer is found in patients older than 45 years of age and has spread outside the thyroid (but not outside of the neck) or has spread to the lymph nodes.
		Cancer is found in patients older than 45 years of age and has spread outside the thyroid (but not outside of the neck) or to the lymph nodes.
	cancerweb.ncl.ac.uk /cancernet/201252.html (2194 words)

	UMCCC Endocrine Oncology Program: Thyroid Cancer
		The thyroid gland is at the base of the throat, and has two lobes, one on the right side and one on the left.
		If medullary thyroid cancer is found, the patient may have been born with a certain abnormal gene which may have led to the cancer.
		The chance of recovery (prognosis) depends on the type of thyroid cancer, whether it is in the thyroid only or has spread to other parts of the body (stage), and the patient’s age and overall health.
	www.cancer.med.umich.edu /cancertreat/endocrine/thyroid_cancer.shtml (930 words)

	Thyroid cancer - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Thyroid cancer is cancer of the thyroid gland.
		It is also the predominant cancer type in children with thyroid cancer, and in patients with thyroid cancer who have had previous radiation to the head and neck (in this group, the cancer tends to be multifocal with early lymphatic spread, and portends a poor prognosis).
		"Usefulness of fine-needle aspiration in the diagnosis of thyroid carcinoma".
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Thyroid_cancer (3584 words)

	Thyroid Cancer
		A diagnosis of thyroid cancer is made based upon the results of a biopsy of a thyroid nodule or hardened neck lymph node.
		The extent of thyroid removal is determined by the stage and extent of the tumor, the type of thyroid cancer being treated, an individual's risk for recurrent or metastatic disease, and patient and physician preference for follow-up strategies.
		Though thyroid cancer is most often cured by surgery alone, radioactive iodine therapy can be used as an adjunct to destroy thyroid cancer cells after removal of the entire thyroid gland by surgery.
	cpmcnet.columbia.edu /dept/cs/pat/endo/thyroid_cancer.html (648 words)

	Thyroid Cancer
		Thyroid cancer is a disease of the thyroid gland in which the cells become abnormal and form tumors.
		Although the exact cause of thyroid cancer has not been determined, exposure to radiation during childhood is a known risk factor for thyroid cancer.
		If the cancer has spread to other parts of the body and surgery is not possible, chemotherapy treatment may be used to kill or slow the growth of cancer cells throughout the body.
	www.hmc.psu.edu /healthinfo/t/thyroidcancer.htm (724 words)

	Thyroid cancer: Treatment - MayoClinic.com
		Cancer is less likely to return or spread after thyroidectomy than after less complete operations, and in experienced hands, the risks of the surgery are low.
		The cancer cells are targeted with a high dose of radiation for a few minutes at a time, usually five days a week, over the course of six to eight weeks.
		Thyroid cancer can recur as many as 20 or 30 years after the original diagnosis, although if you've remained cancer-free for five years, the recurrence rate is low.
	www.mayoclinic.com /health/thyroid-cancer/DS00492/DSECTION=8 (1417 words)

	Thyroid cancer
		Your thyroid gland is composed of two lobes that resemble the wings of a butterfly separated by a thin section of tissue called the isthmus.
		The disadvantage of a thyroid scan is that it can't distinguish between malignant and benign nodules.
		A radioactive iodine thyroid scan is commonly used to stage papillary and follicular thyroid cancers.
	www.cnn.com /HEALTH/library/DS/00492.html (4680 words)

	Thyroid Cancer (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Thyroid cancer is a disease in which thyroid cells become abnormal, grow uncontrollably, and form a cancerous tumor.
		The thyroid gland is a type of endocrine gland, that secretes hormones (thyroglobulin) necessary for growth and proper metabolism.
		The treatment for thyroid cancer depends on the type and stage of disease, as well as the age and overall health of the patient.
	www.mamashealth.com /thyroidcancer.asp (447 words)

	Thyroid Cancer Information Directory - CancerIndex
		Cancer of the thyroid is a disease in which malignant (cancerous) cells are found in the tissues of the thyroid gland.
		There are four main types of thyroid cancer (depending on the type of cell that the cancer developed in); papillary carcinoma, follicular carcinoma, medullary carcinoma and anaplastic carcinoma.
		Iodine is readily uptaken by the thyroid gland, therefore I-131 may be used in small doses for monitoring thyroid tissues (thyroid scanning or "I-131 challenge") or in large doses for treating thyroid cancer ("ablative" I-131).
	www.cancerindex.org /clinks2t.htm (1629 words)

	BWH General and Gastrointestinal Surgery Thyroid Cancer Information
		The thyroid is a gland in the front of the lower neck, which wraps around the voice box.
		Thyroid cancer is a relatively common disease, which is only rarely fatal.
		In anaplastic cancer, surgery to the extent that it is feasible at all, is done.
	www.brighamandwomens.org /generalsurg/cancer/thyroid.asp (497 words)

	Thyroid Cancer
		For example, papillary carcinoma, the commonest type, constituting 80-85% of all thyroid cancers, is associated with long survival and is one of the most benign cancers whereas anaplastic cancer is one of the most devastating cancers in humans.
		The clinical presentation of this cancer is benign; often presents as a thyroid nodule seen by patients, relative, or friend; or is found on routine physical examination.
		This cancer originates from C cells or parafollicular cells in thyroid; the cells are embryologically different from thyroid cells.
	www.msit.com /phys_art12.html (2421 words)

	M. D. Anderson Cancer Center - Thyroid Cancer
		Thyroid cancer develops when cells of the thyroid grow uncontrollably.
		Cancer of the thyroid is uncommon, accounting for about 1% of all cancers diagnosed.
		Teams of physicians from various disciplines are experienced in the management of the whole spectrum of thyroid cancers including papillary, follicular, medullary and anaplastic types.
	www.mdanderson.org /Diseases/Thyroid (555 words)

	Thyroid Cancer - Cancer information on MedicineNet.com
		The thyroid makes and stores hormones that help regulate heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and the rate at which food is converted into energy.
		Thyroid cancer usually responds well to treatment, and many patients can be cured.
		The cancer cells, which are extremely abnormal, spread rapidly to other parts of the body.
	www.medicinenet.com /thyroid_cancer/article.htm (496 words)

	Papillary Thyroid Cancer Overview.
		This cancer has a high cure rate with ten year survival rates for all patients with papillary thyroid cancer estimated at 80-90%.
		There is good evidence that papillary carcinoma responds to thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) secreted by the pituitary, therefore, exogenous thyroid hormone is given which results in decreased TSH levels and a lower impetus for any remaining cancer cells to grow.
		In addition to the usual cancer follow up, patients should receive a yearly chest x-ray as well as thyroglobulin levels Thyroglobulin is not useful as a screen for initial diagnosis of thyroid cancer but is quite useful in follow up of well differentiated carcinoma (if a total thyroidectomy has been performed).
	www.endocrineweb.com /capap.html (1077 words)

	Thyroid Cancer, The Cancer Information Network
		There are now more than 200,000 patients in the U.S. living with thyroid cancer and incidence has increased by over 20% in the last 5 years.
		The diagnosis of thyroid cancer brings with them many questions and a need for clear, understandable answers...
		For Newly Diagnosed Thyroid Cancer Patients - This site provides you with a simple overview of thyroid cancer, how it may be diagnosed, different treatment possibilities, and what you might expect as you carry on with your life.
	www.cancerlinksusa.com /thyroid/index.asp (739 words)

	The Thyroid Home Page - Santa Monica Thyroid Diagnostic Center
		Dr. Guttler, thyroid cancer expert, states there is a link now between thyroid and his other main passion, wine.
		Thyroid cancer cell growth was inhibited by the substance Resveratrol, found In red wine.
		The Thyroid Home page is dedicated to providing thyroid patients and their families with accurate and helpful information about thyroid disease.
	www.thyroid.com (684 words)

	Thyroid Cancer Songbook
		When I was diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer in 1997 at the age of 35, my life was changed forever.
		I shared my first song with the members of an on-line thyroid cancer support group, and the response was great.
		And to all thyroid cancer survivors who thought they were the only ones out there, you are not alone.
	www.thyroidcancersongs.com (370 words)

	cancernews.com
		Cancer News on the Net® is dedicated to bringing patients and their families the latest news and information on cancer diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
		Although pancreatic cancer represents only 2% of new cancer cases, it is the fourth most common cause of cancer death.
		The cause of this cancer is largely unknown; however there is an association with advancing age, cigarette smoking and in some patients, a family history of this or other cancers.
	www.cancernews.com (307 words)

	Thyroid Cancer, American Clinic, 512-608-9595
		Indeed, and this is especially true in large institutions, once a patient is found to have a "thyroid problem" they are immediately herded to a clinic that performs a battery of routine testing without regard for the individual patient's needs.
		An unusually large percentage of our patients are doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals who are usually quite knowledgeable and skilled in the process of choosing their physician.
		Rosendahl is now practicing in Austin, the capital of Texas, having established The Thyroid Surgery Center of Texas, P.A., where he will continue to see selected patients.
	www.thyroidcancer.com (497 words)

	MedlinePlus: Thyroid Cancer
		Thyroid Scan and Uptake (American College of Radiology, Radiological Society of North America)
		Cancer Stat Facts: Cancer of the Thyroid (National Cancer Institute)
		The primary NIH organization for research on Thyroid Cancer is the National Cancer Institute
	www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/thyroidcancer.html (300 words)

	Thyroid Cancer Home Page - National Cancer Institute
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	www.cancer.gov /cancertopics/types/thyroid (161 words)

	What You Need To Know About™ Thyroid Cancer - National Cancer Institute
		Each year in the United States, thyroid cancer is diagnosed in 14,900 women and 4,600 men.
		Research is increasing what we know about thyroid cancer.
		Information specialists at the NCI's Cancer Information Service at 1-800-4-CANCER can help people with questions about cancer and can send NCI publications.
	www.cancer.gov /cancerinfo/wyntk/thyroid (217 words)

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