Treatment of choice of a 2cm thyroid nodule in a 50 year old man with FNAC revealing it to be a papillary carcinoma:
**Core Concept**
The underlying principle being tested is the management of **papillary thyroid carcinoma**, a type of **thyroid cancer**. The treatment approach depends on the size of the nodule, patient's age, and histopathological diagnosis.
**Why the Correct Answer is Right**
For a 2cm **papillary thyroid carcinoma** in a 50-year-old man, the treatment of choice is **surgical removal**, as it offers the best chance of cure. The standard surgical procedure is **total thyroidectomy**, which involves removal of the entire thyroid gland.
**Why Each Wrong Option is Incorrect**
**Option A:** Not provided, assuming it's not the correct surgical approach.
**Option B:** Not provided, assuming it's not the correct surgical approach.
**Option D:** Not provided, assuming it's not the correct surgical approach.
**Clinical Pearl / High-Yield Fact**
In **thyroid cancer**, particularly **papillary carcinoma**, early detection and surgical intervention are crucial for a favorable prognosis.
**Correct Answer:** D. Total thyroidectomy