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Prevalence and characterization of asymptomatic thyroid nodules in Assin North District, Ghana.

Martin Tangnaa MornaDerek Anamaale TuoyireBashiru Babatunde JimahSebastian EliasonAnthony Baffour AppiahGaniyu Adebisi Rahman
Published in: PloS one (2022)
The prevalence of ATN in our study population was relatively low, and more predictable among those 60 years or older, those in unhealthy BMI categories. There is the need for the reinforcement and intensification of educational campaigns on the consumption of iodized dietary salt as well as the consumption of foods rich in iodine content, particularly among older individuals.
Keyphrases
  • risk factors
  • body mass index
  • south africa
  • physical activity
  • computed tomography
  • tertiary care