Vnitr Lek 2023, 69(6):394-396 | DOI: 10.36290/vnl.2023.077

Subclinical hypothyroidism

Jan Drugda, Jan Čáp, Filip Gabalec
IV. interní klinika Fakultní nemocnice Hradec Králové a Lékařská fakulta Univerzity Karlovy v Hradci Králové

Subclinical hypothyroidism is a relatively common condition characterized by elevated serum TSH levels, but normal free thyroxine levels. The risks associated with subclinical hypothyroidism are less severe compared to those with overt hypothyroidism, making it essential to carefully select patients who would benefit from the treatment. Factors such as the patient´s age, comorbidities, symptoms, and TSH concentration need to be considered in this selections proces. The therapy, if required, consists of levothyroxine substitution with carefull dose titration to avoid overtreatment. The goal is to normalize TSH levels. Untreated patients should be folowed up accordingly to their risk factors mainly the risk of progression to overt hypothyroidism. Aproach to each patient should be individulized and flexible.

Keywords: thyroid gland, hypothyroidism, subclinical hypothyroidism, TSH, levothyroxine.

Accepted: September 21, 2023; Published: October 10, 2023  Show citation

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