MDCT of Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands

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MDCT is used for the staging of thyroid cancer in dogs. It enables the evaluation of regional lymphadenopathy, vascular invasion, locoregional extension of the tumor, and spread of disease into the mediastinum, as well as the detection of pulmonary and hepatic metastases. On non-contrast images, the gland is generally hyperattenuating compared with the surrounding muscle because of its iodine content. It enhances dramatically due to its vascularity after CM administration, as it is largely supplied from the cranial and caudal thyroid arteries and branches of the common carotids.

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Authors and Affiliations

  1. 1.San Marco Veterinary ClinicPaduaItaly

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