Endocrine Abstracts

BackgroundSubacute thyroiditis (SAT) has been related to acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). We evaluated the incidence and the severity of SAT due to SARS-CoV-2.MethodsA cross-sectional, retrospective study was conducted at the Endocrinology Unit of University-Hospital of Pisa, Italy. All patients experiencing SAT arisen within a period of 15 days earlier and yet untreated, assessed from J...

BackgroundThyrotoxicosis is a common immune-related adverse event in patients treated with PD1 or PD-L1 blockade. A detailed endocrinological assessment, including thyroid ultrasound and scintigraphy is missing, as are data on response to treatment and follow-up. Aim of the study was to better characterize the thyrotoxicosis secondary to immune checkpoint inhibitors, gaining insights into pathogenesis and informing management.Metho...