Diagnostics (Jan 2023)

Delayed Presentation of Functioning Metastasis in a Patient with Follicular Thyroid Carcinoma

  • Maria Inês Alexandre,
  • Sara Donato,
  • Helena Vilar,
  • Valeriano Leite

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics13020281
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 13, no. 2
p. 281

Abstract

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Functioning metastases from differentiated thyroid carcinoma are rare and present a great therapeutic challenge. Here, we present an unusual case of a patient with metastatic thyroid carcinoma who developed a hyperthyroid state a few years after the diagnosis due to functioning metastases. Radioiodine treatment was effective in controlling the hyperthyroidism; however, it had no effect on tumor burden. By sharing our experience with this case, we hope to raise awareness for this rare condition and the ways to manage it.

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