Question

A 45-year-old man has been experiencing symptoms of thyrotoxicosis. Investigations confirm hyperthyroidism. According to NICE, which of the following is a typical first-line treatment approach for Graves' disease?

Accepted Answer

Carbimazole titration regimen

Answer

Radioactive iodine immediately

Answer

Subtotal thyroidectomy

Answer

Beta-blockers as sole therapy

Answer

Propylthiouracil immediately at high dose

Practice question

A 45-year-old man has been experiencing symptoms of thyrotoxicosis. Investigations confirm hyperthyroidism. According to NICE, which of the following is a typical first-line treatment approach for Graves' disease?