Retrosternal Thyroid
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An assessment is advisable when a feeling of pressure in the neck appears, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or when an imaging study detects this growth. Retrosternal thyroid, also called retrosternal goiter, is an enlargement of the thyroid gland that extends into the inner part of the chest, behind the sternum.
How it shows up: In many cases it goes unnoticed, although as it grows it can cause discomfort when swallowing, changes in the voice, or a feeling of tightness.
Which specialist treats it? The general surgeon evaluates this type of growth and, when other causes need to be ruled out, the oncologist may take part. If you notice pressure in the neck or difficulty swallowing, discussing it with these specialists helps define the appropriate study.
Data on 59 doctors who treat retrosternal thyroid
Which specialist treats retrosternal thyroid?
A retrosternal thyroid is evaluated by a general surgeon, who determines whether surgical removal is needed, and an oncologist gets involved if malignant findings are present. You can book these specialists for this evaluation.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in retrosternal thyroid
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Pamela Avila Lamadrid
Dr. Jesus Serrano Jaimes
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Alejandro Sainz Cortés
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Frequently asked questions
What is retrosternal thyroid?
An assessment is advisable when a feeling of pressure in the neck appears, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or when an imaging study detects this growth. Retrosternal thyroid, also called retrosternal goiter, is an enlargement of the thyroid gland that extends into the inner part of the chest, be...
Which doctor treats retrosternal thyroid?
A retrosternal thyroid is evaluated by a general surgeon, who determines whether surgical removal is needed, and an oncologist gets involved if malignant findings are present. You can book these specialists for this evaluation.