Abstract

Thyroid carcinoma closely resembles its benign counterpart in physical characteristics, measurable physiological parameters such as serum T3/T4 levels and ultrasound features. Therefore, the surgical excision of the nodule and its histological examination is important to differentiate between the more frequent benign and much less frequent malignant nodules. The highest incidence of thyroid lesions was seen between the 3rd and 4th decades of life with female preponderance. Colloid goiter was overall the most common lesion seen. Papillary carcinoma was the most common malignant lesion. Familiarity with the diverse morphology of neoplastic lesions of thyroid helps in providing quality care for patients as they have prognostic significance. Consequently, the diagnosis and management of thyroid lesions is dependent on both the clinician and pathologist for better patient care. Therefore, detailed histopathological analysis of thyroid lesions contributes significantly to the diagnosis, management and prognosis of the patient as small lesions in thyroid may present with dual pathology which can be picked up on detailed grossing and microscopic examination for accurate diagnosis and management

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