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ea0099ep141 | Thyroid | ECE2024

Assessment of quality of life in elderly patients with primary hypothyroidism

Antit Meriem , Oueslati Ibtissem , Terzi Amani , Khomsi Dorra , Abid Arige , Mabrouk Meriem , Chihaoui Melika

Introduction: Hypothyroidism is a prevalent endocrine disease among the elderly. The thyroid hormones have a wide range of effects on the body, and hypothyroidism can significantly impact both physical and mental functions. The objectives of this study were to evaluate the quality of life in patients over 65 years old with substituted hypothyroidism and to assess their relationship with Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) level.Methods: The study was a cro...