ea0041gp211 | Thyroid - Translational & Clinical (1) | ECE2016
Andersen Mette Nygaard
, Olsen Anne-Marie Schjerning
, Madsen Jesper Clausager
, Kristensen Soren Lund
, Faber Jens
, Torp-Pedersen Christian
, Gislason Gunnar Hilmar
, Selmer Christian
Introduction: Subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) is a common condition and can lead to impaired systolic and diastolic cardiac function. However, controversy remains over the potential benefits of levothyroxine substitution in patients with SCH and concomitant heart disease. We aimed to examine the effects of levothyroxine treatment on all-cause mortality in patients diagnosed with SCH and heart disease.Methods: Primary care patients aged 18 years and olde...