Is there still a chance of cure for thyroid cancer with lymph node metastasis?

Dec 25, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
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Is there still a chance of cure for thyroid cancer with lymph node metastasis?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Renling
Thyroid cancer with lymph node metastasis can potentially be cured. Lymph node metastasis of thyroid cancer refers to the spread of cancer cells from the thyroid gland to the lymph nodes. Treatment options for thyroid cancer include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy. Among these, surgery is the most effective method for treating thyroid cancer with lymph node metastasis. During surgery, as many affected lymph nodes as possible are removed to reduce the likelihood of further cancer spread. Radiation therapy and chemotherapy can also help decrease the risk of lymph node metastasis. In endocrinology, anti-cancer drugs and hormone therapy are used to control the growth of cancer cells, thereby reducing the possibility of lymph node metastasis.