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DeCS
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Descriptor English:
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Goiter, Substernal
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Descriptor Spanish:
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Bocio Subesternal
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Descriptor Portuguese:
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Bócio Subesternal
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Synonyms English:
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Goiter, Intrathoracic
Goiters, Intrathoracic
Goiters, Substernal
Intrathoracic Goiter
Intrathoracic Goiters
Substernal Goiter
Substernal Goiters
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Tree Number:
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C19.874.283.601
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Definition English:
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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. |
Allowable Qualifiers English:
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Record Number:
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6192
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Unique Identifier:
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D006045
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Occurrence in VHL:
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Similar:
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DeCS
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