Euthyroid Goiter [Supplementary Concept]
A common hereditary autosomal dominant disorder characterized by nodular enlargement of the THYROID GLAND. In MNG1, some individuals may also develop SERTOLI-LEYDIG CELL TUMORS, usually of the OVARY. Mutations in the DICER1 gene have been identified for MNG1. OMIM: 138800
Date introduced: November 5, 2012
MeSH Unique ID: C562732
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Entry Terms:
- Multinodular goiter, adolescent
- Simple goiter
- Goiter, nontoxic, with intrathyroidal calcification
- Goiter, multinodular 1, with or without sertoli-leydig cell tumors