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Multinodular goiter in children.

S Al-Fifi1, C Rodd

  • 1Department of Child Health, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia.

Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology & Metabolism : JPEM
|July 17, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Multinodular goiter (MNG) in children is uncommon and appears multifactorial, involving autoimmune and familial factors. Conservative management is often suitable, but familial cases require close follow-up due to a real, though low, risk of malignancy.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Endocrinology
  • Thyroidology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Multinodular goiter (MNG) is a rare condition in pediatric populations.
  • Understanding its causes and risks in children is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the etiology, malignancy risk, and management strategies for pediatric MNG.
  • To delineate factors contributing to MNG in children.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 18 pediatric MNG cases over 20 years.
  • Clinical examination, ultrasound, fine needle aspirate cytology (FNAC), and surgical histology were used.
  • Genetic analysis of familial cases was considered.

Main Results:

  • MNG in children is multifactorial, with autoimmune and familial factors identified.
  • Ultrasound detected nodules missed by clinical examination in 8/18 patients.
  • Malignancy (papillary carcinoma) was found in one patient; familial MNG cases showed links to non-medullary thyroid carcinoma (NMTC).

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric MNG etiology is multifactorial, including autoimmune and familial influences.
  • Conservative management is usually appropriate for previously healthy children with MNG.
  • Close follow-up is recommended for familial MNG due to an increased, albeit low, risk of malignancy.

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