Risk factors and distribution pattern of lateral lymph node recurrence after central neck dissection for cN1a papillary thyroid carcinoma

Abstract Background The indication and extent of selective lateral neck dissection (LND) for cN1a papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) remain uncertain. The present study aimed to identify potential predictors and distribution pattern of lateral lymph node recurrence (LLNR) after central neck dissectio...

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Main Authors: Binbin Long, Mingxu Luo, Ke Zhou, Tao Zheng, Wenfang Li
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-09-01
Series:BMC Surgery
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12893-024-02564-3