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Goiter other diagnostic studies
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Barium swallow may be helpful in assessing compression of the esophagus due to goiter. Indirect laryngoscopy helps assess the mobility of the vocal cord.
Other Diagnostic Studies
Other Diagnostic Studies
Other diagnosic studies in a patient suspected of goiter include: [1][2]
- Barium swallow: It may be helpful in assessing compression of the esophagus due to goiter.
- Indirect laryngoscopy: Helps in assessing the mobility of the vocal cord.
References
References
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- ↑ Bomeli SR, LeBeau SO, Ferris RL (2010). “Evaluation of a thyroid nodule”. Otolaryngol. Clin. North Am. 43 (2): 229–38, vii. doi:10.1016/j.otc.2010.01.002. PMID 20510711.
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