Endocrine Abstracts

Background: levothyroxine is the most common medication for the treatment of hypothyroidism. Usually, it is capable of restoring euthyroidism in most conditions. Absorption can be challenging, therefore different formulations are available (tablet, soft gel, liquid). Rarely it is necessary to use liothyronine to achieve normal TSH values.Clinical case: a 23 y/o woman was admitted to our outpatient clinic for severe hypothyroidism. She was diagnosed with ...

Background: Given the high prevalence of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) in clinical endocrinology, diabetology, and primary care practice, international societies have addressed guidelines to drive clinicians in screening, diagnosis, and treatment for this condition.Aim: compare the most recent guidelines to address similarities and differences and help clinicians choosing the most updated evidence. We considered Italian guidelines (2021), AACE...