Medullary carcinoma of the thyroid

Mark Wick
University of Virginia Health System
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This presentation illustrates a typical case of medullary thyroid carcinoma and considers pertinent differential diagnostic considerations.
 
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This presentation illustrates a typical case of medullary thyroid carcinoma and considers pertinent differential diagnostic considerations. Molecular diagnostics and prognosis pertaining to this tumor are also discussed.
 
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