Abstract
Primary lymphoma of the thyroid, although uncommon, is being reported more frequently. Although its relationship to Hashimoto’s disease is not known a higher incidence of their coexistence has been reported. Seven cases are reported with literature review.
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Sharma, G.K., Chambers, R.G. Primary lymphoma of the thyroid. Indian J Otolaryngol 35, 102–104 (1983). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02992379
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