Thyroid mass - endocrinology

Thyroid mass - endocrinology — referral criteria for Endocrinology services.

Eligibility

At least one must be met for the patient to be eligible for referral.

Clinically suspected or confirmed thyroid mass - endocrinology with initial primary-care work-up completed

Red flags

Indicate urgent (Category 1) referral or emergency assessment.

Thyroid mass with difficulty in breathing

Routine referral criteria

Determine Category 2 or 3 urgency.

Assessment of suspected malignancy

Thyroid mass associated with mild to moderate compressive symptoms

Thyroid mass associated with hyperthyroidism