2007•Diagnostic CytopathologyRequires access
Cytology of anaplastic giant cell carcinoma of the thyroid with osteoclast‐like giant cells—A case report
Ghazala Mehdi, Hena A. Ansari, Shahid Ali Siddiqui
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Abstract
Anaplastic carcinoma of the thyroid is known for its highly aggressive behaviour and rapid spread. While the giant cell variant is a well recognized morphologic pattern, the presence of osteoclast-like giant cells is a rare occurrence. We report a case of anaplastic carcinoma of the thyroid with focal presence of osteoclast-like giant cells occurring in an elderly male patient, diagnosed on aspiration cytology.