To analyze the occurrence and management of thyroid hemiagenesis (THA) complicated by thyroid carcinoma (TC).
Key Findings:
32 instances of THA complicated by TC identified, predominantly in females (27 out of 32).
Papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) accounted for 81.3% of cases.
29 patients underwent surgical intervention, with various diagnostic imaging techniques utilized, including color Doppler ultrasonography, CT imaging, and fine-needle aspiration biopsy.
Interpretation:
The coexistence of THA and TC is rare, potentially linked to genetic factors; diagnostic methods are similar to those for typical TC, underscoring the need for awareness in clinical practice.
Limitations:
Lack of comprehensive data on incidence and etiology.
No evaluations of surgical complications and long-term outcomes, highlighting a gap in current research.
Conclusion:
Surgical resection remains the primary treatment, with the extent of resection debated; clinical guidelines for conventional TC should guide surgical approaches, and further research is needed on long-term outcomes.
