Abstract
This is the case of 55 years old male who was known of hurthle cell carcinoma (HCC) and underwent total thyroidectomy and right neck dissection in July 2015, followed by radioactive iodine (RAI). He was in close follow-up after the treatment when he presented with right sided neck swelling for 6 weeks followed by hoarseness for 4 weeks and fiber optic laryngoscopy revealed right vocal cod palsy. CT scan was done that showed a mass involving right supraglottic and glottis region, he then underwent right vertical partial laryngectomy. Tumor removed completely (grossly and histopathologically). The case was discussed in tumor board meeting and he was advised RAI scan to look for residual disease, by close follow-up. This case report emphasizes on the unusual clinical presentation and recurrence of HCC of thyroid.
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