2D illustration showing the inferior thyroid artery being cut in preparation for a thyroidectomy. The thyroid gland is an endocrine (hormone) gland in the neck, responsible for the production of hormones that control the body's metabolism. A thyroidectomy may be necessary to remove an enlarged gland (goitre) or tumours, or when increased thyroid activity (hyperthyroidism) does not respond to drugs. | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / Science Source / Emily Ciosek |
Bildgröße: | 2000 px × 3881 px |
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