Chapter 57: Thyroid Gland- Toxic Multinodular Goiter Flashcards

1
Q

What is it also known as?

A

Plummer’s disease

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What is it?

A

Multiple thyroid nodules with one or more nodules producing thyroid hormone, resulting in hyperfunctioning thyroid (hyperthyroidism or a “toxic” thyroid state)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

What medication may bring on hyperthyroidism with a multinodular
goiter?

A

Amiodarone (or any iodine-containing medication/contrast)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

How is the hyperfunctioning nodule(s) localized?

A

131I radionuclide scan

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

What is the treatment?

A

Surgically remove hyperfunctioning nodule(s) with lobectomy or near total thyroidectomy

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly