Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2B. A case report and review of the syndrome

Gibson, T. N; Coard, K. C; Newnham, M; Boyne, M

Gibson, T. N; Coard, K. C; Newnham, M; Boyne, M.

Gibson, T. N; University of the West Indies. Departments of Pathology, Surgery, Radiology, Anaesthesia and Intensive Care. Kingston. JM
Coard, K. C; University of the West Indies. Departments of Pathology, Surgery, Radiology, Anaesthesia and Intensive Care. Kingston. JM
Newnham, M; University of the West Indies. Departments of Pathology, Surgery, Radiology, Anaesthesia and Intensive Care. Kingston. JM
Boyne, M; University of the West Indies. Departments of Pathology, Surgery, Radiology, Anaesthesia and Intensive Care. Kingston. JM

West Indian med. j ; 51(4): 251-253, Dec. 2002.

Artículo en Inglés | LILACS | ID: lil-410910

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This paper presents a case of the very rare multiple endocrine neoplasia Type 2B syndrome. It highlights that because of the presence of superficial neuromas in this condition, there is the possibility for early diagnosis. Recent knowledge of the molecular genetics of this syndrome and the ability to screen family members is also stressed since early thyroidectomy is now recommended to prevent the development of thyroid carcinoma which is the main determinant of prognosis

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Adulto; Femenino; Humanos; /diagnóstico

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Índice: LILACS (Américas) Tipo de estudio: Estudio de tamizaje Límite: Adulto / Femenino / Humanos Idioma: Inglés Revista: West Indian med. j Asunto de la revista: Medicina Año: 2002 Tipo del documento: Artículo País de afiliación: Jamaica Institución/País de afiliación: University of the West Indies/JM

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