Integrative diagnostic approach in a rare case of primary thyroid leiomyosarcoma with distant metastasis: a case report and literature review
When TLS initially presents with benign-appearing ultrasound and FNA findings, misdiagnosis may easily occur. This case highlights the importance of early integration of histopathological and molecular evaluation for progressive thyroid lesions. The co-occurrence of <i>NF1</i> and <i>BCORL1</i> mutations, along with <i>TP53</i> and <i>TERT</i> promoter alterations, may underlie the tumor's aggressive biological behavior and supports the incorporation of molecular subtyping strategies in TLS management.
Authors
- Baibei Li
- Zhuoting Chen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0826-4986)
- Jiafeng Li
- Bin Wu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2197-7294)
- Xiongsheng Xiao
- Muge Liu
Institutions
- Guangdong Medical College (CN)
- Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical College Hospital (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Gland Surgery
- Published
- 2025-10-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.21037/gs-2025-235
- Primary Topic
- Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00