There is no specific value for the recurrence rate of papillary microcarcinoma of thyroid. Factors related to the recurrence of papillary microcarcinoma of thyroid include tumor itself and diagnostic and therapeutic factors.
1. Tumor itself: factors related to tumor size, degree of tissue infiltration, lymph node metastasis, and some pathological subtypes (hypercellular, diffuse follicular, columnar cell, diffuse sclerosis, acromegaly), the probability of recurrence will be higher with the presence of these factors.
2. Diagnostic and treatment factors: Diagnostic and treatment factors involve careful examination and accurate judgment before and during treatment, standard specifications and fine surgical treatment. It is important to avoid too many surgeries, missed diagnosis and treatment. The recurrence rate varies from a few percent to several tens of percent in different hospitals, which may reflect, to some extent, the importance of the first diagnosis and treatment in reducing recurrence.
Patients with papillary microcarcinoma of the thyroid gland should go to the hospital promptly for examination and treatment under the supervision of a doctor. Strictly follow the doctor’s instructions and have their thyroid function checked regularly.