Case Studies: Thyroid Surgery

Electron Kebebew

Perform a thorough work-up of a patient with a thyroid nodule, Utilize ultrasonography in evaluating a thyroid nodule; Recognize the importance of genetic testing in patients with MTC; Prescribe appropriate treatment for patients with clinically evident MTC and those who have no evidence of disease but are diagnostic by genetic testing; and Review the indications for report surgery for MTC.