Simple diffuse goiter

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  • endemic goiters

    • iodine deficiency: geographically dependent

    • ingestion of Li, Ca, F-

    • goitrogenic vegetables: cabbage, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, turnips

  • sporadic goiters

    • may result from hereditary block of T3/T4 production

    • or, autoimmune mechanism

Category: Pathology Notes

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