📋Overview
Graves' disease is an autoimmune disorder and the most common cause of hyperthyroidism. It involves the production of antibodies that stimulate the thyroid gland, leading to excessive thyroid hormone production. The term 'Graves' disease' is the modern preferred name and is widely used in clinical practice.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0018213ICD-10-CM
E05.0
MeSH
D006111
SNOMED CT (US)
353295004
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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