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Staging
• All patients with Anaplastic yroid Cancer are diagnosed as
Stage IV due to the aggressive nature of this tumor.
• ere are three sub-stages:
› Stage IVA: Anaplastic thyroid cancer is present only in the
thyroid
› Stage IVB: Anaplastic thyroid cancer is present in the
thyroid and in the neck, but not in other parts of the body
› Stage IVC: Anaplastic thyroid cancer is present in the
thyroid as well as other parts of the body, such as the bones,
lungs or brain
• On average, when patients are diagnosed with ATC, about 10%
have Stage IVA, 40% have stage IVB, and 50% have Stage IVC.
• e sub-staging is important, as it will help you and your
healthcare team decide on the best treatment options for you.
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