Goiter Multinodular 2 C1846033
An enlarged thyroid gland with multiple benign nodules that may affect hormone levels. Treatment depends on symptoms and whether thyroid function is abnormal.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- E34.9
- ICD-11
- 5A00.0
- Body system
- endocrine
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Fatigue or weight changes
(endocrine)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Neck swelling
(endocrine)Dysphagia
(endocrine)Dyspnea
(endocrine)Hyperthyroidism
(endocrine)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Endocrine management
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Thyroid function surveillance
Regular monitoring of TSH, T3, and T4 levels along with periodic neck ultrasound to assess nodule characteristics and growth patterns.
Levothyroxine suppression therapy
Thyroid hormone replacement to suppress TSH production, which may help reduce nodule size in selected patients with sufficient TSH levels.
Additional treatment options
Fine-needle aspiration biopsy
Ultrasound-guided sampling of suspicious nodules to evaluate for malignancy when nodule characteristics warrant further investigation.
procedureThyroidectomy
Surgical removal of part or all of the thyroid gland when goiter causes compressive symptoms, contains suspicious nodules, or is hyperfunctioning.
surgicalRadioactive iodine therapy
Iodine-131 treatment to reduce thyroid tissue volume and control hyperthyroidism in patients who are not surgical candidates.
medicationWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Goiter Multinodular 2 C1846033?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Ross DS, Burch HB, Cooper DS, et al. 2016 American Thyroid Association Guidelines for Diagnosis and Management of Hyperthyroidism and Other Causes of Thyrotoxicosis. Thyroid. 2016.
Hegedus L, Bonnema SJ, Bennedbaek FN. Management of simple nodular goiter: current status and future perspectives. Endocr Rev. 2003.
Brito JP, Yarur AJ, Prokop LJ, et al. Prevalence of thyroid cancer in multinodular goiter versus solitary nodule: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Thyroid. 2013.
Gharib H, Papini E, Paschke R, et al. American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, Associazione Medici Endocrinologi, and European Thyroid Association Medical Guidelines for Clinical Practice for the Diagnosis and Management of Thyroid Nodules. Endocr Pract. 2010.
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