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Decreased thyroid hormone sensitivity significantly linked with higher risk for papillary thyroid carcinoma in a single-center, retrospective study of 1594 Chinese patients during 2020.

Dr Sunita Kapoor, Director and Consultant Pathologist explains common symptoms and tests to diagnose thyroid disorders.

On May 25, World Thyroid Day is observed to raise awareness about thyroid disorders, their prevention, and treatment. There are two types of main thyroid disorders - hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. 

Less than half of the pregnant patients who met the criteria for thyroid screening were screened by their clinician, according to a retrospective cohort study.

Ascendis is working to address the FDAs manufacturing concern and awaits a European regulatory decision.

The new drug is to be used with Optejet dispenser technology.

First reported US data on use of the procedure in low-risk papillary thyroid microcarcinoma show efficacy and safety in a specialized center.

Men with hyperthyroidism had a significantly higher prevalence of erectile dysfunction compared with similar men without hyperthyroidism in a meta-analysis of four studies.

Seasonal differences in one of the hormones used to test thyroid function, thyroid stimulating hormone, could in turn lead to overprescribing of thyroxine for hypothyroidism, says lab scientist.

Automated analysis of CT scans may help patients with compressive optic neuropathy receive timely care, according to researchers.