Predictive factors for re-recurrence in papillary thyroid carcinoma following reoperation: a retrospective analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) generally has a favorable prognosis; however, recurrence occurs in up to 30% of cases following initial management. Re-recurrence presents additional clinical challenges, making it crucial to distinguish between persistent disease and true recurrence in order to optimize management strategies and improve patient outcomes. Despite its significance, studies focusing on the risk factors for re-recurrence in PTC are limited. This study aimed to identify the risk factors for re-recurrence in PTC patients who underwent total thyroidectomy and central neck dissection, with or without lateral neck dissection, as the initial operation.

Methods

A retrospective review was conducted on the medical records of 158 PTC patients who underwent reo

SUBMITTER: Park SC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12552543 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature