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ea0026p380 | Thyroid (non cancer) | ECE2011

A case of Riedel’s thyroiditis

Elipek Tufan , Bilir Bulent , Bilir Betul Ekiz , Guldiken Sibel , Altaner Semsi

Introduction: Riedel’s thyroiditis (RT) is a rare and chronic fibro-inflammatory disease firstly described by Riedel in 1896. It is characterized by a dense fibrosis that replaces normal thyroid parenchyma. The fibrotic process invades adjacent structures of the neck and extends beyond the thyroid capsule, which differentiates RT from other inflammatory or fibrotic disorders of the thyroid. The overall incidence in outpatients is 1.06 per 100 000. We presented here a case...