Endocrine Flashcards
1
Q
What is a contraindication to RAI?
A
Graves opthalmopathy, can exacerbate exophthalmos
2
Q
What nerve is most commonly injured with thyroidectomy?
A
External branch of the superior laryngeal nerve (innervated the cricothyroid)
The internal branch has sensory fibers to the laryngeal mucosa
3
Q
What is the utility of adrenal vein sampling?
A
Used if there are bilateral adrenal masses with over-secretion of aldosterone
