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Why is the patient's total T4 level elevated, despite being well-maintained on methimazole?
Why is the patient's total T4 level elevated, despite being well-maintained on methimazole?
Increased thyroid binding globulin synthesis during pregnancy
What is the treatment of choice for hyperthyroidism in pregnancy, and why?
What is the treatment of choice for hyperthyroidism in pregnancy, and why?
Thionamide medications, because both radioiodine and surgery should be avoided
Why should methimazole be avoided during the first trimester of pregnancy?
Why should methimazole be avoided during the first trimester of pregnancy?
It is a potential teratogen, causing scalp defects, tracheoesophageal fistula, and choanal atresia
What medication is recommended for hyperthyroidism during the first trimester of pregnancy?
What medication is recommended for hyperthyroidism during the first trimester of pregnancy?
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Why are patients often switched back to methimazole during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy?
Why are patients often switched back to methimazole during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy?
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What is the primary cause of cardiovascular complications in long-term survivors of Hodgkin lymphoma?
What is the primary cause of cardiovascular complications in long-term survivors of Hodgkin lymphoma?
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What is the effect of radiation therapy on the intimal layer of coronary vessels?
What is the effect of radiation therapy on the intimal layer of coronary vessels?
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What type of cardiomyopathy can result from radiation-induced cardiotoxicity?
What type of cardiomyopathy can result from radiation-induced cardiotoxicity?
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What is the effect of anthracycline class of drugs on the heart?
What is the effect of anthracycline class of drugs on the heart?
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What is a common consequence of radiation-induced cardiotoxicity in the valves?
What is a common consequence of radiation-induced cardiotoxicity in the valves?
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What type of conduction defect can result from radiation-induced cardiotoxicity?
What type of conduction defect can result from radiation-induced cardiotoxicity?
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What is the primary mechanism of radiation therapy-induced cardiovascular complications in long-term survivors of Hodgkin lymphoma?
What is the primary mechanism of radiation therapy-induced cardiovascular complications in long-term survivors of Hodgkin lymphoma?
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What is the typical site of arterial narrowing in radiation-induced cardiovascular disease?
What is the typical site of arterial narrowing in radiation-induced cardiovascular disease?
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What is the effect of the anthracycline class of drugs on cardiac function?
What is the effect of the anthracycline class of drugs on cardiac function?
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What is a common consequence of restrictive cardiomyopathy in radiation-induced cardiotoxicity?
What is a common consequence of restrictive cardiomyopathy in radiation-induced cardiotoxicity?
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What is the name of the conduction defect that can result from radiation-induced cardiotoxicity?
What is the name of the conduction defect that can result from radiation-induced cardiotoxicity?
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What is the common underlying cause of cardiovascular complications in patients who have received radiation therapy?
What is the common underlying cause of cardiovascular complications in patients who have received radiation therapy?
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