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Question 20081086
Inquiry Details
References:
2007 SEER Manual, 4. 1.b. exception
Question:
Reportability: Is a case reportable if a benign diagnosis is obtained on a resection that follows a positive needle aspiration? See Discussion.
Discussion:
Fine needle aspiration of the thyroid diagnosis was "positive for malignant cells, favor medullary carcinoma." Subsequent thyroidectomy was reported as benign.
Answer:
This case is reportable. The cytology is positive. Report as medulary carcinoma of the thyroid.
Cancer Site Category:
N/A
Data Item Category:
N/A
Other Category:
Reportability
Year:
2008
