Changes in Lipid Profile and Body Mass Index in Patients with Subclinical Hypothyroidism: Evaluation of L-Thyroxine Treatment

Introduction: Subclinical hypothyroidism is defined as a mild elevation in serum thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) level, while serum free T4 (FT4) and free T3 (FT3) levels are within the reference range. The main problem with these patients is whether they should receive therapy or not. In many...

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Main Authors: Mikail Yetmiş, Rümeyza Kazancıoğlu, Reha Erkoç, Tufan Tükek, Celalettin Peru
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Galenos Yayinevi 2011-12-01
Series:Haseki Tıp Bülteni
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Online Access:http://www.hasekidergisi.com/article_4636/Changes-In-Lipid-Profile-And-Body-Mass-Index-In-Patients-With-Subclinical-Hypothyroidism-Evaluation-Of-L-thyroxine-Treatment