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After a total tyroidectomy, could the thyroid gland regrow?

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Very unlikely.: After a total thyroidectomy the patient needs to take thyroid hormone. This would reduce the likelihood of regrowth even if a small amount of thyroid was left in the neck.

Dr Mendizabal agreed

Answered 12/15/2014

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