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goiter: see thyroid gland thyroid gland, endocrine gland, situated in the neck, that secretes hormones necessary for growth and proper metabolism. It consists of two lobes connected by a narrow segment called the isthmus. The lobes lie on either side of the trachea, the isthmus in front of it. ..... Click the link for more information. . goitre (US), goiter Pathol a swelling of the thyroid gland, in some cases nearly doubling the size of the neck, usually caused by under- or overproduction of hormone by the gland goiter [′gȯid·ər] (medicine) An enlargement of all or part of the thyroid gland; may be accompanied by a hormonal dysfunction. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Hypothyroidism is attributed to the prolonged suppression of thyroid hormone production as the result of excess iodine levels, but the mechanism through which iodide goiter is produced is not well understood (36,37). |
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