TOPIC: Vascular effects of TSH Title: Enhancement of vascular endothelial function by recombinant human thyrotrophin. Authors: Napoli R, Biondi B, Guardasole V, D'Anna C, De Sena A, Pirozzi C, Terracciano D, Mazzarella C, Matarazzo M, & Sacca L. Reference: Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism 93: 1959-1963, 2008 Summary Background The cardiovascular consequences of thyroid […]

TOPIC: Calcitonin measurement for thyroid nodules: is it cost-effective? Title: Calcitonin measurement in the evaluation of thyroid nodules in the United States: A cost-effectiveness and decision analysis. Authors: Cheung K, Roman SA, Wang TS, Walker HD, & Sosa JA. Reference: Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism 93: 2173-2180, 2008 Summary Background European studies have shown […]

TOPIC: Graves' orbitopathy Title: Methylprednisolone pulse therapy for patients with moderately severe Graves' orbitopathy: a prospective, randomized, placebo-controlled study. Authors: Van Geest RJ, Sasim IV, Koppenschaar HP, Kalmann R, Stravers SN, Bijlsma WR, & Mourits MP . Reference: European Journal of Endocrinology 158: 229-237, 2008 Summary Background Glucocorticoids, administered through different routes, are a mainstay […]

TOPIC: Relapse of hyperthyroidism in Graves' disease patients after discontinuation of antithyroid drug therapy Title: The prevalence of transient thyrotoxicosis after antithyroid drug therapy (ATD) in patients with Graves' disease. Authors: Kubota S, Takata K, Arishima T, Ohye H, et al. Reference: Thyroid 18 (1): 63-66, 2008 Summary Background When transient hyperthyroidism occurs after antithyroid […]

TOPIC: Iodine requirements & fortification in pregnancy Title: Iodine prophylaxis using iodized salt and risk of maternal thyroid failure in conditions of mild iodine deficiency. Authors: Moleti MC, Lo Presti VP, Campolo MC, Mattina F, Galletti M, Mandolfino M, Violi MA, Giorgianni G, De Domenico D, Trimarchi F, & Vermiglio F . Reference: Journal of […]