Idiopathic Thyroid Abscess – A Rare Occurrence
Thyroid abscesses are rare as the gland has a rich blood supply, well-developed capsule and is high in iodine. However, clinicians must be aware of this fact and make an early diagnosis as it can lead to serious morbidity if left untreated. Infection may involve one or both lobes of the thyroid glan...
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Main Authors: | Vijayanathan, Anushya, Chainchel Singh, Mansharan Kaur |
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Touch Medical Media
2019
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Online Access: | http://eprints.um.edu.my/23421/ https://doi.org/10.17925/EE.2019.15.1.42 |
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