Small thyroid cancer: is surgery always needed?
NCT ID NCT04624477
First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study looks at two ways to manage very small, low-risk papillary thyroid cancers: active surveillance (regular check-ups to watch for changes) or immediate surgery. Researchers want to see how often each approach fails to control the disease over the long term. About 450 adults with small thyroid cancers are taking part.
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Locations
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CHU de Québec - Université Laval
Québec, Quebec, G1V 4G2, Canada
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Division chirurgie ORL et cervico-faciale
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Lawson Health Research Institute
London, Ontario, N6C2R5, Canada
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Nova Scotia Health
Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H1V8, Canada
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St. Joseph's Healthcare
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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University Health Network
Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2C4, Canada
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University of British Columbia
Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z 1M9, Canada
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University of Calgary, Cumming School of Medicine
Calgary, Alberta, T2N 2T9, Canada
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