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The past 5–10 years have brought in a new era in the care of patients with thyroid
cancer, with the introduction of transformative diagnostic and management options.
Several international ultrasound-based thyroid nodule risk stratification systems
have been developed with the goal of reducing unnecessary biopsies. Less invasive
alternatives to surgery for low-risk thyroid cancer, such as active surveillance and
minimally invasive interventions, are being explored. New systemic therapies are now
available for patients with advanced thyroid cancer.
The guidelines, by the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons, covers several aspects of perioperative adrenal care, including guidance on managing adrenal incidentalomas.