14/01 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of growth hormone?
A
Stimulates growth of tissue, bone and cartilage
2
Q
Where do papillary thyroid cancers often occur?
A
In iodine rich areas
Other thyroid cancers occur in thyroid deplete areas
3
Q
Which thyroid lesion does fine needle aspiration not differentiate between malignancy and benign?
A
Papillary cancer
Same cell architecture whether malignant or benign
4
Q
What is thyrotoxicosis fascitata?
A
Self induced hyperthryoidism
Due to excessive administration of thyroxine
Leads to raised T4 and low TSH
Technetium scan will show reduced uptake and the thyroid gland will be of normal size
