Background: The introduction of highly sensitive imaging techniques has made it possible to
detect many nonpalpable nodules, or “incidentalomas,” in the thyroid. Discovery of these …

Thyroid nodules are common entities, clinically important primarily because of their
malignant potential. Serum thyrotropin and thyroid ultrasonography are pivotal in evaluating …

Objective: To develop evidence-based recommendations for safe, effective, and appropriate
thyroidectomy. Background: Surgical management of thyroid disease has evolved …

Background: Thyroid disease in pregnancy is a common clinical problem. Since the
guidelines for the management of these disorders by the American Thyroid Association …

Pregnancy has a profound impact on the thyroid gland and thyroid function. The gland
increases 10% in size during pregnancy in iodine-replete countries and by 20%–40% in …

Background: Thyroid nodules are a common clinical problem, and differentiated thyroid
cancer is becoming increasingly prevalent. Since the publication of the American Thyroid …

Abstract American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, Associazione Medici
Endocrinologi, and European Thyroid Association medical guidelines for clinical practice for …

THYROID NODULES are a common clinical problem. Epidemiologic studies have shown
the prevalence of palpable thyroid nodules to be approximately 5% in women and 1% in …

The simple nodular goiter, the etiology of which is multifactorial, encompasses the spectrum
from the incidental asymptomatic small solitary nodule to the large intrathoracic goiter …

Context: Controversy remains as to the optimal management of patients with multiple thyroid
nodules. Objective: The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence, distribution …