goiter : KMLE 의학 검색 엔진 - 의학사전, 의학용어, 의학약어, 의학논문, 약품/의약품 검색

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Goiter - 새창 Enlargement of the THYROID GLAND that may increase from about 20 grams to hundreds of grams in human adults. Goiter is observed in individuals with normal thyroid function (euthyroidism), thyroid deficiency (HYPOTHYROIDISM), or hormone overproduction (HYPERTHYROIDISM). Goiter may be congenital or acquired, sporadic or endemic (GOITER, ENDEMIC).
Synonyms : Goiters
Goiter, Endemic - 새창 A form of IODINE deficiency disorders characterized by an enlargement of the THYROID GLAND in a significantly large fraction of a POPULATION GROUP. Endemic goiter is common in mountainous and iodine-deficient areas of the world where the DIET contains insufficient amount of iodine.
Synonyms : Endemic Goiter, Endemic Goiters, Goiters, Endemic
Goiter, Nodular - 새창 An enlarged THYROID GLAND containing multiple nodules (THYROID NODULE), usually resulting from recurrent thyroid HYPERPLASIA and involution over many years to produce the irregular enlargement. Multinodular goiters may be nontoxic or may induce THYROTOXICOSIS.
Synonyms : Nodular Goiter, Goiters, Nodular, Nodular Goiters
Goiter, Substernal - 새창 An enlarged THYROID GLAND with at least 50% of the gland situated behind the STERNUM. It is an unusual presentation of an intrathoracic goiter. Substernal goiters frequently cause compression on the TRACHEA leading to deviation, narrowing, and respiratory symptoms.
Synonyms : Intrathoracic Goiter, Substernal Goiter, Goiters, Intrathoracic, Goiters, Substernal, Intrathoracic Goiters, Substernal Goiters