{"id":16016,"date":"2025-11-14T10:29:55","date_gmt":"2025-11-14T08:29:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/endocrinesurgeon.gr\/brogxokili\/"},"modified":"2026-01-30T11:11:26","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T09:11:26","slug":"goiter","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/endocrinesurgeon.gr\/en\/goiter\/","title":{"rendered":"Goiter"},"content":{"rendered":"

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[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion color=”sky” c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”1″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”What Is a Goiter” tab_id=”1615975356574-814f1578-a50b”][vc_column_text]A goiter (from the Greek words \u201cbr\u00f3nchos\u201d = throat and \u201ck\u00edli\u201d = swelling) is an <\/span>abnormal enlargement <\/b>of the thyroid gland, regardless of the cause or whether it is associated with thyroid dysfunction (hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism).<\/span><\/p>\n

A goiter can be <\/span>diffuse<\/b> \u2013 uniform enlargement of the gland, <\/span>nodular<\/b> (presence of one or more nodules), <\/span>toxic<\/b> (associated with overproduction of thyroid hormones) or <\/span>non-toxic<\/b> (without hyperthyroidism).<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What Is a Substernal (Plunging) Goiter” tab_id=”1615975356596-08586a48-adda”][vc_column_text]A substernal goiter occurs when the enlarged thyroid extends downward into the mediastinum (the central part of the chest containing vital organs such as the heart and major blood vessels).<\/b><\/p>\n

This condition carries the risk of compressive symptoms and requires surgical evaluation by <\/span>an experienced endocrine surgeon.<\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What Are the Treatment Options for Nodular Goiters” tab_id=”1615975445991-abbe6e0b-76e0″][vc_column_text]Conservative treatment of goiter includes the administration of thyroid hormone (levothyroxine) in cases of hypothyroidism, or antithyroid medications in cases of hyperthyroidism. Additionally, therapeutic radioactive iodine is an option for toxic goiters. According to the guidance of the treating endocrinologist, patients should be monitored regularly with blood tests, ultrasounds, and, if necessary, fine-needle aspirations.<\/span><\/p>\n

When <\/span>surgical treatment<\/b> is indicated, the goal of medicine is to provide a <\/span>definitive solution<\/b>. Thyroidectomy<\/a> is a safe procedure that should ideally be performed by a specialized, experienced endocrine surgeon, addressing both anatomical and functional issues of the thyroid gland.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Evangelos Karvounis, MD, PhD, FACS<\/b>, is an award-winning <\/span>endocrine surgeon<\/span><\/a>, Doctor of the Medical School of the University of Athens and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. <\/span>With many years of experience, advanced training at international centers, <\/b>and an extensive research and publication record, <\/span>he can answer all your questions about <\/span>thyroid nodules<\/b>, including <\/span>when they may be malignant <\/b>and how they are treated.<\/span><\/p>\n

As Director of Endocrine Surgery at Euroclinic Athens, he applies <\/span>cutting-edge microsurgical techniques,<\/b> making him a top choice for safe and effective thyroid and parathyroid procedures. Trust his <\/span>patient-centered, personalized approach<\/b> and <\/span>schedule your appointment today<\/span><\/a> for <\/span>safe treatment and rapid recovery.<\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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