Most specialists in the field of oncology try not to give any predictions after the operation to remove thyroid cancer . This is due to the fact that no one can guarantee 100% complete cure. Despite this, oncological problems with the thyroid gland are light in comparison with other organs. However, nevertheless there are some unpleasant consequences.
Types of cancer and predictions
There are several main types of oncology of this body, each of which has its consequences and forecasts for the future.
Papillary thyroid cancer - prognosis after surgery
This type of oncology thyroid is more common than the rest - 75% of all cases. In general, the disease develops in people aged 30 to 50 years. Usually it does not go beyond the cervical region, which makes the forecasts favorable. Possible relapse directly depends on the life expectancy of a person after surgery:
- more than 5 years - 97%;
- more than 10 years - 88%;
- more than 15 years - 75%.
This classification is only suitable if there were no metastases. If they are available, the situation looks worse, although treatment is still possible.
Follicular thyroid cancer - prognosis after surgery
This type of cancer is considered more aggressive, although it occurs less often - in only 15% of cases. It is observed in patients of a later age. The disease is characterized by the appearance of metastases in the bones and lungs. It is also often accompanied by vascular damage, which leads to death.
Medullary thyroid cancer - prognosis after surgery
Medullary species is found in only 10% of patients. It is characterized by a hereditary predisposition. Often it is accompanied by other disorders in the endocrine system. This species has the most aggressive form of percolation. In this case, it affects only the trachea, and sometimes spreads metastases to the lungs and abdominal zone.