[Detection of malignancy markers in thyroid nodules by reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR)].

Background: Nodular thyroid disease is a very common disorder with a low frequency of malignancy. The most accurate diagnostic test is fine needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) of nodules with cytological analysis of the sample. However, this procedure has some limitations in the diagnosis of follicular and papillary thyroid carcinoma.

[Treatment of hyperthyroidism with radioiodine: effects of administered dose on complications and thyroid function].

Background: Radio-iodine is a definite therapy for Graves disease hyperthyroidism. However, the optimal dosage is still debatable.

Aim: To assess the effects of different radioiodine doses on thyroid function and complications in patients with hyperthyroidism.