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A goitre, or goiter, is a swelling in the neck resulting from an enlarged thyroid gland. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] A goitre can be associated with a thyroid that is not functioning properly. Worldwide, over 90% of goitre cases are caused by iodine deficiency . [ 3 ]
The laser ablation of thyroid nodules is performed in day hospital or day-surgery. The patient is placed under mild sedation (the same type of sedation used in an endoscopic examination). A local anesthetic is then applied, and one or two needles (depending on the size of the nodule) placed inside the nodule under ultrasound guidance.
The national survey in 1996 reported that 40% of boys and 50% of girls have goiter. The 3rd national survey in 2001 showed that the total goiter rate is 9.8%. In 2007, the 4th national survey was conducted 17 years after iodized salt consumption by Iranian households. In this study, the total goiter rate was 5.7%. [citation needed]
The largest projects in the Philippine Economy includes both megaprojects, costing over $1 billion, and other large investment projects, typically costing between $10 million and $1 billion. Projects with investments below $10 million also may be included here, either as parts of larger projects, or in case of major international significance ...
The operation ratio (O) of a certain water service provider reflects its cost-recovery situation. It is computed by the following formula: = / where O is the operation cost, C is the total annual cost, and R is the annual revenue. An operation ratio under 1 means that revenues cover the costs of operation and maintenance.
This list of newspapers currently being published in the Philippines includes broadsheets and tabloids published daily and distributed nationwide. Regional newspapers or those published in the regions are also included.
Year Title Production company Box office Source 2014 The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin: Star Cinema, Viva Films ₱455 million [20] [21]2024 Un/Happy for You: ABS-CBN Studios, Star Cinema, Viva Films
Philippine Orthopedic Center: Ma. Clara St. cor. Banawe St., Quezon City DOH Retained Quezon City General Hospital Seminary Road, EDSA, Quezon City LGU Lung Center of the Philippines: Quezon Avenue, Quezon City GOCC National Children’s Hospital #226 E. Rodriguez Sr. Boulevard, Quezon City DOH Retained Quirino Memorial Medical Center