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(E04.8) Other specified nontoxic goitre
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4 897 252 in individuals diagnosis other specified nontoxic goitre confirmed
8 564 deaths with diagnosis other specified nontoxic goitre
Diagnosis other specified nontoxic goitre is diagnosed Women are 68.38% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis other specified nontoxic goitre
2 601 (0.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other specified nontoxic goitre
5 963 (0.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other specified nontoxic goitre - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features other specified nontoxic goitre
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other specified nontoxic goitre - what does this mean
Other specified nontoxic goitre is a condition in which the thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped organ in the neck, becomes abnormally enlarged. the enlargement is not caused by an underlying disease or disorder, and the thyroid does not produce an excessive amount of hormones. the cause of the enlargement is unknown, but it is thought to be related to an autoimmune response.
What happens during the disease - other specified nontoxic goitre
Other specified nontoxic goitre is an enlargement of the thyroid gland caused by an accumulation of colloid or other substances in the gland. this accumulation of substances is due to a defect in the thyroid gland's ability to absorb iodine, which leads to an increase in the production of thyroid hormones. this overproduction of hormones causes the thyroid to enlarge and can cause symptoms such as a swelling in the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, and coughing.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of thyroid gland
- Blood tests to measure levels of thyroid hormones
- Ultrasound scan of the thyroid gland
- Thyroid scan
- Fine needle aspiration biopsy
- Thyroid hormone suppression tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce the size of the goiter and improve the patient's quality of life.
- Assessment of thyroid function
- Ultrasound of the thyroid
- Blood tests to check for thyroid antibodies
- Thyroid hormone replacement therapy
- Radioactive iodine therapy
- Surgery to remove the goiter
- Monitoring of the goiter size and symptoms
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other specified nontoxic goitre - Prevention
Other specified nontoxic goitre can be prevented by consuming a balanced diet rich in iodine, avoiding environmental toxins, and avoiding exposure to radiation. additionally, regular check-ups with a healthcare professional can help detect any abnormalities in the thyroid and ensure proper treatment if necessary.