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[Sonographically established thyroid volume in 7- to 11-year-old children]
Acta Medica Austriaca
|January 1, 1986
Summary
Thyroid sonography provides essential data for goitre incidence studies. This research establishes standard thyroid volumes in children aged 7-11, highlighting sonography
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Pediatric Endocrinology
- Diagnostic Imaging
Context:
- Thyroid sonography is increasingly utilized for goitre incidence research.
- Standardized thyroid volume data is crucial for comparative studies.
- Accurate assessment of thyroid size is vital in pediatric populations.
Purpose:
- To establish mean thyroid volume values in 7-11 year old children with adequate iodine intake.
- To provide reference standards for thyroid volume in non-endemic areas.
- To compare the efficacy of palpation versus sonography in detecting early goitre.
Summary:
- Mean thyroid volume in 7-11 year old children with sufficient iodine supply was determined to be 4.89 +/- 1.83 ml.
- Sonographically determined thyroid volumes serve as a reliable standard.
- Palpation alone is insufficient for diagnosing early goitre in this age group.
Impact:
- Establishes normative thyroid volume data for pediatric populations.
- Highlights the indispensable role of sonography in epidemiological goitre studies.
- Facilitates accurate diagnosis and monitoring of thyroid conditions in children.