Ear, nose & throat · UKMLA & AKT
Papillary thyroid carcinoma
A free high-yield preview for the UKMLA Applied Knowledge Test. Below are the key points to recognise papillary thyroid carcinoma — the full SA Note notes add investigations, management, complications and 10 practice questions.
Key high-yield points
- Most common thyroid cancer - accounts for ~70% of all thyroid cancers
- Arises from follicular cells; typically presents in women aged 35-40
- Excellent prognosis - 10-year survival >90%; best prognosis of thyroid cancers
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