Progressive dysphagia(2)

Kevin E Snyder, M.D.

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Abstract:  86 year old female presents complaining of progressive dysphagia and weight loss.
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Question Text 

Which of the following findings would be LEAST likely to indicate
malignancy given a thyroid mass?
 

Answers
 Answer: Concurrent lymphadenopathy in the neck. 
Correct Answer? 
No
Answers
 Answer: Heterogeneous enhancement pattern on CT imaging. 
Correct Answer? 
Yes
Answers
 Answer: Recurrent laryngeal nerve palsy. 
Correct Answer? 
No
Answers
 Answer: Osseous or cartilaginous destruction. 
Correct Answer? 
No
 
Case Study Link: Progressive dysphagia