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The thyroid gland is normally located at the front of the neck. A retrosternal thyroid refers to the abnormal placement of all or part of the thyroid gland below the breastbone (sternum).
Alternative NamesSubsternal thyroid; Mediastinal goiter
The thyroid gland is normally located at the front of the neck. A retrosternal thyroid refers to the abnormal placement of all or part of the thyroid gland below the breastbone (sternum).
Alternative NamesSubsternal thyroid; Mediastinal goiter
Reviewed ByReview Date: 05/17/2010
Shabir Bhimji MD, PhD, Specializing in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Midland, TX. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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What is the meaning for en-thyroid?
en thyroid means- made up of thyroid....or "in thyroid"
What is thyroid parenchyma?
Thyroid parenchyma is the normal bulk of the thyroid.
What is the literal meaning of thyroid?
Shaped like an oblong shield; shield-shaped; as, the thyroid cartilage., Of or pertaining to the thyroid body, thyroid cartilage, or thyroid artery; thyroideal.
Where is the Thyroid and parathyroid gland?
Thyroid is in either side of trachea.Parathyroids are dipped in thyroid.
What are thyroid function tests used for?
help diagnose an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), and an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), evaluate thyroid gland activity, monitor response to thyroid therapy
What is the medical term meaning Malignant tumor of the thyroid?
The medical term for a malignant tumor of the thyroid is thyroid carcinoma.
Is the thyroid gland an endocrine gland?
Yes! a thyroid gland IS an endocrine gland
What hormone does the thyriod secrete?
Thyroxine, or 3,5,3',5'-tetraiodothyronine - T4, a form of thyroid hormones is the major hormone secreted by the follicular cells of the thyroid gland.
What is The hormone that targets the thyroid gland and triggers the release of thyroid hormone is?
The hormone that targets the thyroid gland and triggers the release of thyroid hormone is thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). It is produced by the pituitary gland in response to low levels of thyroid hormones in the blood. TSH binds to receptors on the thyroid gland, stimulating it to produce and release thyroid hormones.
What hormone regulates thyroid function?
Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) regulates thyroid function by stimulating the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones such as thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). High levels of TSH can indicate an underactive thyroid, while low levels can indicate an overactive thyroid.
Can thyroid nodules cause thyroid to not work well?
A thyroid nodule is a lump in or on the thyroid gland. Any time a lump is discovered in thyroid tissue, the possibility for cancer needs to be considered. Fortunately, the vast majority of thyroid nodules tend to be benign.
What disease is associated with excessive amounts of thyroid hormones?
The disease that is associated with excessive amounts of thyroid hormones is hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism is a thyroid condition that causes the thyroid to become overactive. An overactive thyroid produces too much thyroid stimulating hormones.
