The thyroid from the gynecologist's point of view.
Authors:
M. Borovský; M. Lattáková
Authors‘ workplace:
I. gynekologicko–pôrodnícka klinika LF UK a FNsP Bratislava
Published in:
Prakt Gyn 2007; 11(4): 161-163
Overview
Subclinical hypothyroidism is characterised by increased level of TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) with normal concentrations of free thyroxine. Its incidence ranges from 4 to 10 % and is more frequent in women than in men. It can cause menstrual cycle disorders, infertility, premature birth, as well as impaired psychomotor evolution of the child. In spite of that, the question of whether or not to treat subclinical hypothyroidism is still controversial. Treatment should be considered if there are thyroidal antibodies indicating increased risk of progression of hypothyroidism, the presence of hypothyroidism and of menstrual disorders, and in pregnancy planning.
Key words:
subclinical hypothyroidism – infertility – thyroidal antibodies
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