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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ammu Susheela, M.D. [2]

Overview

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Historical Perspective

Thyroid adenoma was first discovered by Fabricious, in 1619 when he described that thyroid enlargement causes mid line neck swelling

Classification

Thyroid adenoma may be classified according to histology into 3 subtypes/groups: follicular adenoma, papillary adenoma, and signet cell adenoma.

Pathophysiology

Thyroid adenoma arises from epithelial cells of thyroid gland, that are normally involved in secretion of thyroxine hormone. The most common gene involved in the pathogenesis of thyroid adenoma is THADA gene.

Causes

Common causes of thyroid adenoma include iodine deficiency, chronic inflammation, and genetic mutation of THADA gene

Differentiating thyroid adenoma from other Conditions

Thyroid adenoma must be differentiated from other thyroid disorders such as [[multinodular goiter, grave's disease, Hashimoto's disease, medullary cell carcinoma, De Quervain's thyroiditis, thyroid lymphoma, and acute suppurative thyroiditis.

Epidemiology and Demographics

The incidence of thyroid adenoma is estimated to be 9 million cases annually in United States. Females are more commonly affected with thyroid adenoma than males.

Risk Factors

Common risk factors in the development of thyroid adenoma are family history, exposure to radiation, lack of iodine in diet, smoking, and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis.

Natural History, Complications and Prognosis

Depending on the extent of the tumor at the time of diagnosis, the prognosis may vary. However, the prognosis is generally regarded as excellent.

Diagnosis

History and Symptoms

The hallmark of thyroid adenoma is swelling infront of neck. A positive history of radiation exposure and family history of thyroid adenoma is suggestive of thyroid adenoma. The most common symptoms thyroid adenoma include cough and hoarseness of voice.

Physical Examination

Patients with thyroid adenoma usually appear normal. Physical examination of patients with thyroid adenoma is usually remarkable for solitary non tender nodule in the midline of neck, which is smooth, soft, and mobile.

Laboratory Findings

Laboratory findings consistent with the diagnosis of thyroid adenoma include decreased thyroid stimulating hormone, elevated calcitonin, and decreased calcium.

Ultrasound

On ultrasound, thyroid adenoma is characterized by halo sign or smooth margin of thyroid, hyperechoic nodules, and normal reactive cervical nodes.

Other Imaging Findings

Other diagnostic studies for thyroid adenoma include thyroid scan, which demonstrates hot, cold, and functioning nodule.

Treatment

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Medical Therapy

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Surgery

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Prevention

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