Predictors of Normal Thyroid Function After Radioiodine Therapy
Several factors may predict normal thyroid function after radioiodine therapy for hyperthyroidism, including older age and larger volume of thyroid gland.
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Predictors of Biochemical Response to Antithyroid Drugs in Graves Disease
Researchers identified predictors of biochemical treatment response to antithyroid drugs, specifically methimazole, in patients with Graves disease.
What Causes Increased Mortality in Patients With Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectothermal Dystrophy?
The increased mortality rate in patients with autoimmune polyendocrinopathy-candidiasis-ectodermal dystrophy is mostly related to endocrine and metabolic diseases, infections, and oral and esophageal malignancies.
NICE Guidelines Presented for Management of Thyroid Disease
In a summary of a recent guideline from the NICE, recommendations are presented for the assessment and management of thyroid disease.
Safety and Efficacy of DOACs vs Warfarin for Patients With AFib, Hyperthyroidism
Direct oral anticoagulants are an effective and safe alternative to warfarin treatment for patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation and hyperthyroidism.
Hyperthyroidism and Thyrotoxicosis: Diagnosis and Management
In most cases of overt hyperthyroidism, patients present with a constellation of symptoms, and appropriate treatment depends on the underlying mechanism.
First Treatment for Thyroid Eye Disease Receives FDA Approval
Tepezza™, an insulin-like growth factor-1 receptor inhibitor, is expected to be available in the coming weeks.
Radioiodine for Hyperthyroidism Not Found to Be Associated With Incident Cancer Risk
In patients with hyperthyroidism, treatment with radioiodine is not associated with incident cancer in long-term follow-up.
Effects of Subclinical Thyroid Dysfunction on Bone Mineral Density in Adults
Researchers found no association between subclinical thyroid dysfunction and bone mineral density in healthy middle-aged adults.
Clinical Presentation of Graves Disease in Isolation vs With Other Autoimmune Disorders
Patients with Graves disease in association with other autoimmune diseases had a 4-fold higher rate of transition from initial hypothyroidism to hyperthyroidism compared with patients who had isolated Graves disease.
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