Simple GOiter Flashcards
1
Q
Complication of nodular Goiter
A
① 2 ry thyrotoxicosis (30%)
② follicular carcinoma (10%)
③ hemorrhage
④ calcification
⑤ tracheal obstruction
⑥ cosmetic
2
Q
Indication of surgery in Goiter.
A
① risk of neoplasia
② cyst: recurrent , complex
③ cosmetic
④ toxic nodule in young
⑤ nodule with obstruction
3
Q
TTT of non-toxic benign nodule
A
Observation without any therapy
[ annual examination]
4
Q
TT T of solitary toxic nodule
A
Anti-thyroid → radio-iodine