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Preferred term

Goiter, Nodular  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • 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.

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Nodular Goiter

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