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ea0049gp197 | Thyroid 1 | ECE2017

Cognitive functions in primary hypothyroidism on selenium supplementation

Nikolic-Djurovic Marina , Pereira Alberto , Smit Johannes , Vasovic Olga , Jemuovic Zvezdana , Damjanovic Svetozar , Asanin Milika , Pavlovic Dragan , Jankovic Dragana , Pekic Sandra , Miljic Dragana , Stojanovic Marko , Petakov Milan

Introduction: Selenium (Se) is a trace element that plays key roles in thyroid pathology. In patients with Hashimoto thyroiditis (HT), Se supplementation might reduce antibody levels and may provide additional beneficial effects, such as on cognition.Aim: To evaluate cognitive function (cognitive decline) in patients on long-term levothyroxine replacement for primary hypothyroidism with and without selenium supplementation.Design: ...