Thyroid And Parathyroid Flashcards
1
Q
Which of the following imaging modalities is used for tumor staging of the thyroid?
- CT and MRI.
- US.
- Isotope and PET.
A
CT and MRI
2
Q
What is the modality of choice for assessing thyroid structure?
A
US (the gold standard)
3
Q
The only imaging modality that gives functional information of the thyroid is?
A
Isotope and PET
4
Q
The normal range of Ca
A
8.5 to 10.5
5
Q
Nuclear scintigraphy used for
A
Detection of ectopic PT adenoma
6
Q
What is the most common site of PT adenoma?
A
Below inferior thyroid pole
7
Q
Osteosclerosis + dense metaphyseal band + intracranial calcification + skull bone thickening =
A
Hypoparathyroidism
8
Q
Subperiosteal bone resorption + salt and pepper sign + chondrocalcinosis + tumoral calcification =
A
Hyperparathyroidism
