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Hypothyroidism (Nursing)

Nikita Patil, Anis Rehman  1 , Catherine Anastasopoulou  2 , Ishwarlal Jialal  3 , Angela D. Saathoff  4
In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan.
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Hypothyroidism (Nursing)

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Excerpt

The thyroid gland in the anterior neck secretes thyroid hormones and is essential for multiple metabolic functions spanning almost every organ system. Hypothyroidism results from low levels of thyroid hormone. However, the etiology and manifestations of hypothyroidism are varied. Clinicians treat hypothyroidism with levothyroxine. Untreated hypothyroidism increases morbidity and mortality. This article reviews hypothyroidism's etiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure: Nikita Patil declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Anis Rehman declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Catherine Anastasopoulou declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Ishwarlal Jialal declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Angela Saathoff declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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