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Preferred Label : goiter, substernal;

MeSH definition : An enlarged THYROID GLAND with at least 50% of the gland situated behind the STERNUM. It is an unusual presentation of an intrathoracic goiter. Substernal goiters frequently cause compression on the TRACHEA leading to deviation, narrowing, and respiratory symptoms.;

MeSH synonym : goiters, substernal; substernal goiters; substernal goiter;

MeSH Hyperonym : goiter, intrathoracic; Goiters, Intrathoracic; Intrathoracic Goiters; Intrathoracic Goiter;

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An enlarged THYROID GLAND with at least 50% of the gland situated behind the STERNUM. It is an unusual presentation of an intrathoracic goiter. Substernal goiters frequently cause compression on the TRACHEA leading to deviation, narrowing, and respiratory symptoms.

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02/05/2025


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