Follicular Adenocarcinoma Treatment in India
About Follicular Adenocarcinoma
Key Highlights
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Targeted removal of cancerous thyroid tissue to prevent spread.High cure rates, especially when detected and treated early.Radioactive iodine therapy effectively targets and destroys residual cancer cells.Comprehensive, long-term hormonal management by an endocrinologist ensures stable metabolism.Personalized treatment plans based on tumor size, stage, and patient health.
Who is this surgery for?
- A solitary, firm, and rapidly growing thyroid nodule detected on physical exam.
- Findings from a fine-needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy suggestive of follicular neoplasm or malignancy.
- Evidence of local invasion or distant metastasis (e.g., to lungs or bones) from follicular thyroid cancer.
- A large thyroid nodule (typically >4 cm) with suspicious features on ultrasound.
- Patient history of radiation exposure to the head or neck region.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive evaluation including thyroid ultrasound and FNA biopsy for definitive diagnosis.
- Blood tests to assess thyroid function (TSH, T3, T4) and calcium levels.
- Pre-operative consultation with a surgeon and anesthesiologist to discuss the procedure.
- Discontinuation of blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) as advised by the doctor.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours prior to the scheduled surgery.
Risks & possible complications
- Damage to the recurrent laryngeal nerves, potentially causing hoarseness or voice changes.
- Accidental removal of or damage to the parathyroid glands, leading to hypocalcemia (low calcium).li>
- General surgical risks such as bleeding, infection, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Permanent need for lifelong thyroid hormone replacement medication.
- Scar formation at the incision site on the neck.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay for monitoring of breathing, bleeding, and calcium levels immediately after surgery.
- Pain management with prescribed medications and keeping the head elevated to reduce swelling.
- Initiation of thyroid hormone replacement therapy (levothyroxine) as directed by the endocrinologist.
- Possible radioactive iodine treatment 4-6 weeks post-surgery, requiring temporary isolation.
- Regular follow-up visits for blood tests (thyroglobulin, TSH) and imaging to monitor for recurrence.
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Typical hospital stay:
2-4 days
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Expected recovery time:
3-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering follicular adenocarcinoma in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with endocrinology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform follicular adenocarcinoma. MediFyr helps you compare endocrinologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for follicular adenocarcinoma compare across other countries where we have data.
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