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Hashimoto's thyroiditis presenting as a solitary functioning thyroid nodule.

P Bialas, S Marks, A Dekker

    The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism
    |December 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    Hashimoto's disease can present as a functioning thyroid nodule, challenging typical diagnoses. Testing for anti-thyroglobulin and anti-microsomal antibodies is crucial for accurate identification.

    Area of Science:

    • Endocrinology
    • Immunology

    Background:

    • Hypothyroidism diagnosis often involves thyroid imaging and antibody testing.
    • Functioning thyroid nodules typically indicate hyperthyroidism, not autoimmune disease.

    Observation:

    • A young woman with hypothyroidism presented with a discrete, functioning thyroid nodule on scan.
    • The nodule showed homogeneous radioactive iodine uptake, surrounded by atrophic tissue.
    • Anti-microsomal antibodies were positive (1:25,600), but anti-thyroglobulin antibodies were negative.

    Findings:

    • Histological examination revealed the "nodule" was Hashimoto's thyroiditis with gland destruction.
    • This case highlights an unusual presentation of Hashimoto's disease.

    Implications:

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    • Hashimoto's thyroiditis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of functioning thyroid nodules.
    • Comprehensive antibody testing (anti-thyroglobulin and anti-microsomal) is recommended for functioning thyroid nodules.