Submental nodal metastasis in papillary carcinoma of the thyroid

We report two young men who presented with submental nodal metastasis from PCT. Both underwent total thyroidectomy with central compartment neck dissection and modified radical neck dissection (MRND). Probable factors which might influence submental nodal metastasis are analyzed. We conclude that physicians should be aware of the possibility of submental nodal metastasis from PCT. A selective approach for neck dissection can be an alternative to MRND, reducing the morbidity in management of such cases.

Source: Indian Journal of Cancer - October 10, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Jeyashanth Riju Shaji Thomas Source Type: research