10 Questions
What is the main characteristic of papillary thyroid carcinoma?
It shows evidence of follicular cell differentiation and distinctive nuclear features
Which type of thyroid cancer is the most common?
Papillary thyroid cancer
Which diagnostic test is used to determine the size of the tumor in papillary thyroid cancer?
CT scan of the neck or MRI
What are the risk factors for papillary thyroid cancer?
Radiation exposure and family history of thyroid cancer
What is the overall prognosis for papillary thyroid cancer?
Excellent prognosis
Which of the following is a sign of advanced papillary thyroid cancer?
Hoarseness
What are the characteristics of neck lymph nodes that are concerning for cancer?
Firm and non-growing
Which of the following is a symptom of papillary thyroid cancer?
Difficulty swallowing
When should patients seek medical evaluation for papillary thyroid cancer?
When they have a rapidly growing nodule
What is the most common presentation of papillary thyroid cancer?
Asymptomatic
Test your knowledge on Papillary Carcinoma, the most common type of thyroid cancer. Learn about its characteristics, prognosis, and risk factors in this informative quiz.
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