Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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HardEndocrinologyPapillary Thyroid CarcinomaRACP Paediatrics

A 6-year-old girl has a 2 cm solitary thyroid nodule. FNA shows papillary architecture. Management?

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Correct answer: E — Total thyroidectomy

Total thyroidectomy is recommended for paediatric differentiated thyroid cancer.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024 – Clinical Practice Guidelines: Thyroid Nodules