COURSE on THYROID ULTRASOUND

Section 2 The nodular goiter

Part 3 The echogenicity of the nodule

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The echogenicity of the nodule - case 2151 - 3

Clinical data: A 57-year-old woman was referred for evaluation of a recurrent hyperthyroidism. The patient has ceased the thyrostatic therapy for six months. Recently, she noticed again complaints suggesting hyperthyroidism.

Palpation: Both thyroids were enlarged and moderately firm.

Laboratory data: hyperthyroidism (TSH undetectable, FT4 39.1 pM/L).  

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