Primary thyroid lymphoma: A comprehensive assessment and clinical approach

Authors
Weinstein, LJ Ain, KB
Citation
Lj. Weinstein et Kb. Ain, Primary thyroid lymphoma: A comprehensive assessment and clinical approach, ENDOCRINOLO, 9(1), 1999, pp. 45-51
Citations number
67
Categorie Soggetti
Endocrinology, Nutrition & Metabolism
Journal title
ENDOCRINOLOGIST
ISSN journal
10512144 → ACNP
Volume
9
Issue
1
Year of publication
1999
Pages
45 - 51
Database
ISI
SICI code
1051-2144(199901/02)9:1<45:PTLACA>2.0.ZU;2-D
Abstract
Primary thyroid lymphoma (PTL) is a rare neoplasm, predominantly affecting elderly women. Its etiology and appropriate classification are controversia l. This review provides a comprehensive description of clinical and patholo gic features of PTL and discusses current concepts regarding pathogenesis a nd nosology. These are considered in our recommendations regarding diagnosi s and management.