Hypothyroidism is the result of inadequate production of thyroid hormone or inadequate
action of thyroid hormone in target tissues. Hypothyroidism is commonly seen in outpatient …

Hypothyroidism is divided in primary, caused by failure of thyroid function and secondary
(central) due to the failure of adequate thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) secretion from the …

Subclinical hypothyroidism is defined as an elevated serum TSH level associated with
normal total or free T4 and T3 values. The overall prevalence has been reported to range …

Clinical hypothyroidism affects one in 300 people in the United States, with a higher
prevalence among female and older patients. Symptoms range from minimal to life …

Subclinical thyroid dysfunction is a common clinical problem for which there are many
controversial issues regarding screening, evaluation, and management. Subclinical …

Subclinical thyroid dysfunction is a common clinical problem for which there are many
controversial issues regarding screening, evaluation, and management. Subclinical …

Hypothyroidism is traditionally defined as deficient thyroidal production of thyroid hormone.
The term primary hypothyroidism indicates decreased thyroidal secretion of thyroid hormone …

Background: Hypothyroidism has multiple etiologies and manifestations. Appropriate
treatment requires an accurate diagnosis and is influenced by coexisting medical conditions …

Hypothyroidism is a clinical disorder commonly encountered by the primary care physician.
Untreated hypothyroidism can contribute to hypertension, dyslipidaemia, infertility, cognitive …

Subclinical hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism are diagnoses based on laboratory
evaluation with few if any clinical signs or symptoms. Subclinical hypothyroidism is defined …