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.

Article Dans Anglais | 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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Indice: LILAS (Amériques) Type d'étude: Étude de dépistage Limites du sujet: Adulte / Femelle / Humains langue: Anglais Texte intégral: West Indian med. j Thème du journal: Médicament Année: 2002 Type: Article Pays d'affiliation: Jamaïque Institution/Pays d'affiliation: University of the West Indies/JM

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