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Watchful waiting
Source: Thyroid Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: February 12, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment Option Overview / The following types of treatment are used:
Watchful waiting is closely monitoring a patient’s condition without giving any treatment until signs or symptoms appear or change.
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