Endocrine Abstracts

Background: Thyroid stimulating receptor hormone receptor antibodies (TRAb) markers are useful in confirming diagnosis of Graves’ disease, but also recognised as a predictor of relapse. Good practice dictates that a TRAb is measured at the commencement of treatment, to confirm a diagnosis of graves’ disease. Repeating the TRAb before discontinuation of treatment can assist in guiding treatment. If TRAb remains elevated, the chances of relapse are inc...

Background: During Covid-19 pandemic, we recognised the importance of optimising adrenal insufficient patients’ ability to manage adrenal crisis and seek medical intervention thereby reducing the need for more intensive support. Evidence suggests omission of steroids during an adrenal crisis is a medical emergency and can be fatal. Research by National Reporting Learning System (2020) identified 4 deaths, 4 admissions to critical care, 320 incidents relating to steroid re...