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Thyroid Cancer Treatment in India
Thyroid cancer begins in the thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the neck that produces hormones controlling metabolism. Most thyroid cancers are treatable, especially when detected early, with survival rates among the highest for all cancers.
What is Oncological Surgery?
Oncological surgery includes a wide range of procedures tailored to cancer type, stage, and location. It can be:
Curative surgery – complete removal of cancer (e.g., lumpectomy, mastectomy, colectomy).
Debulking surgery – removing as much tumor as possible when complete removal is not feasible.
Palliative surgery – relieving symptoms such as pain, obstruction, or bleeding in advanced cancer.
Diagnostic surgery – biopsies to confirm cancer type and staging.
Reconstructive surgery – restoring form and function after cancer removal (e.g., breast reconstruction).
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Symptoms of Thyroid Cancer
A lump or swelling in the neck
Hoarseness or voice changes
Difficulty swallowing or breathing
Persistent cough not due to infection
Enlarged lymph nodes in the neck
Risk Factors
Family history of thyroid disease or thyroid cancer
Genetic syndromes (e.g., MEN2 for medullary thyroid cancer)
Radiation exposure, especially during childhood
Female gender (higher risk than men)
Age (20–55 years for papillary, older age for anaplastic)
Diagnosis of Thyroid Cancer
Ultrasound: First-line imaging for nodules.
Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy (FNAB): Confirms cancer.
Blood tests: Thyroid function tests, calcitonin (for medullary thyroid cancer).
CT, MRI, or PET scans: For staging in advanced cases.
Treatment Options for Thyroid Cancer
1. Surgery (Primary Treatment)
Lobectomy: Removal of one thyroid lobe (for small tumors).
Total Thyroidectomy: Removal of the whole thyroid gland.
Neck dissection: Removal of affected lymph nodes.
2. Radioactive Iodine (RAI) Therapy
Destroys any remaining thyroid tissue or cancer after surgery.
Mainly used in papillary and follicular thyroid cancer.
3. Hormone Therapy
Thyroid hormone replacement (levothyroxine) after thyroidectomy.
Suppresses TSH (which can stimulate cancer growth).
4. Targeted Therapy
For advanced or metastatic disease not responding to RAI.
Drugs include Lenvatinib, Sorafenib, Cabozantinib, Vandetanib.
5. External Beam Radiation Therapy
Rarely used, but may be considered in advanced or inoperable cases.
6. Chemotherapy / Immunotherapy
Limited role, mainly for aggressive anaplastic thyroid cancer.
Cost of Thyroid Cancer Treatment in India
Table 1: Average Thyroid Cancer Treatment Cost in India
| Type of Treatment | Minimum Cost (INR) | Maximum Cost (INR) | Approx. USD Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgery (Thyroidectomy) | ₹1,50,000 | ₹3,50,000 | $1,810 – $4,220 |
| Radioactive Iodine Therapy | ₹80,000 | ₹2,00,000 | $960 – $2,410 |
| Hormone Therapy (per year) | ₹12,000 | ₹25,000 | $145 – $300 |
| Targeted Therapy (per month) | ₹2,50,000 | ₹4,50,000 | $3,010 – $5,420 |
| External Beam Radiation Therapy | ₹1,50,000 | ₹4,00,000 | $1,810 – $4,820 |
Factors Affecting Thyroid Cancer Treatment Cost
Type of thyroid cancer – papillary is more straightforward, while anaplastic is complex.
Stage at diagnosis – early detection often requires only surgery and RAI, advanced cases need multimodal therapy.
Type of hospital – tertiary care centers with nuclear medicine facilities charge more.
Targeted therapy use – these drugs are among the most expensive components.
Long-term care – hormone replacement and follow-up scans add to lifetime costs.
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