Exam questionKROK 2Medicine ยท 2014
A 24-year-old male patient had been diagnosed with class III diffuse toxic goiter. There is moderate hyperthyroidism. A surgery was suggested, and the patient agreed to it. What preoperative measures should be taken for prevention of thyrotoxic crisis in the postoperative period?
Answer options
- Bed rest
- Minimally invasive surgical techniques
- Detoxification therapy
- Administration of antithyroid drugs
- Administration of corticosteroids
Correct answer
Administration of antithyroid drugs
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