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Which form of pharmacotherapy involves the use of radioisotope 131I for destructive effects on the thyroid gland?
Which form of pharmacotherapy involves the use of radioisotope 131I for destructive effects on the thyroid gland?
- Use of irradiation by administration of the radioisotope 131I (correct)
- Control of manifestations of hyperthyroidism
- Administration of antithyroid medications
- Interference with the synthesis of thyroid hormones
Which pharmacologic therapy interferes with the synthesis of thyroid hormones?
Which pharmacologic therapy interferes with the synthesis of thyroid hormones?
- Administration of antithyroid medications (correct)
- Use of irradiation by administration of the radioisotope 131I
- Control of manifestations of hyperthyroidism
- Antithyroid medications that interfere with the synthesis of thyroid hormones
What is the purpose of antithyroid medications in the treatment of hyperthyroidism?
What is the purpose of antithyroid medications in the treatment of hyperthyroidism?
- To stimulate excessive thyroid activity
- To cause destructive effects on the thyroid gland
- To control manifestations of hyperthyroidism (correct)
- To interfere with the synthesis of thyroid hormones
What is the purpose of percutaneous drainage of pyogenic abscesses?
What is the purpose of percutaneous drainage of pyogenic abscesses?
When is aspiration of the liver abscess typically performed?
When is aspiration of the liver abscess typically performed?
What is the significance of leaving a catheter in place after percutaneous drainage?
What is the significance of leaving a catheter in place after percutaneous drainage?
What is the recent attention received by percutaneous drainage alone without catheter placement?
What is the recent attention received by percutaneous drainage alone without catheter placement?