Endocrinology — Flashcards

_____ syndrome is a hyperfunctioning nodule in the setting of a multinodular goitre, producing T4 and causing hyperthyroidism.

Most common site of gastrinoma in MEN 1 syndrome is the _____.

In _____ CAH, there is partial 21-hydroxylase deficiency, where cortisol and aldosterone are produced normally, but at the expense of producing excess androgens.

_____thyroidism may cause generalised hyperpigmentation due to  release of pituitary ACTH compensating for accelerated cortisol degradation

Calcium _____ is the preferred calcium preparation for the emergency treatment of hypocalcemia

The most important factor for the occurrence of diabetic retinopathy is the _____.

What is the most common manifestation of MEN1 syndrome?_____

What is the first investigation to be done in a patient with a clinically apparent thyroid swelling?_____

_____ HPT is hyperparathyroidism and hypercalcemia post parathyroid resection within a 6 month period

The 2nd most important factor for the occurrence of diabetic retinopathy is _____.