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A practical contemporary approach to decision-making on subclinical hypothyroidism
Sgarbi,José Augusto; Ward,Laura SterianABSTRACT Subclinical hypothyroidism (Shypo) is an increasingly frequent condition in common medical practice. Its diagnosis continues to pose a challenge since a series of non-thyroidal and temporary conditions can elevate serum TSH levels. In addition, the consequences of Shypo are still up for debate. Although detrimental cardiovascular effects have been consistently demonstrated in the young, they are less e...
Incidence of thyroid diseases: Results from the Brazilian Longitudinal Study of...
Benseñor,Isabela M.; Sgarbi,José Augusto; Janovsky,Carolina Castro Porto Silva; Pittito,Bianca Almeida; Diniz,Maria de Fátima Haueisen SanderABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate incidence of subclinical and overt hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. Subjects and methods: The Brazilian Longitudinal Study of Adult Health (ELSA-Brasil) is a prospective cohort study of 15,105 civil servants, examined at baseline and over a 4-year follow-up. This analysis included 9,705 participants with normal thyroid function at baseline, follow-up information about thyroid ...
Incidence of TPOAb over a 4-year follow-up period: results from the Brazilian L...
Benseñor,Isabela M.; Janovsky,Carolina Castro Porto Silva; Goulart,Alessandra C.; Santos,Itamar de Souza; Diniz,Maria de Fátima Haueisen SanderABSTRACT Objective: Although some previous data have suggested a high iodine intake in Brazil, the prevalence of antithyroperoxidase antibodies (TPOAb) in the country is compatible with rates from countries with adequate iodine intake. This observation emphasizes the importance of knowing the incidence of TPOAb in Brazil. Materials and methods: This prospective analysis included euthyroid participants with nega...