Endocrine Abstracts

Objective: To describe the experience of patients with differentiated thyroid carcinoma (DTC) since their diagnosis.Patients and Methods: Cross-sectional study including 25 patients with DTC who integrated the therapeutic education program (TPE) on DTC at the Nuclear Medicine Center, Sfax, Tunisia. Each participant recounted his or her experience during collective meetings (narrative approach). Results: Our group was composed of 19...

Objective: to evaluate the fear of recurrence of differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC) in patients in complete remission. Patients and Methods: Cross-sectional study of 41 patients in complete remission after treatment of DTC, followed up at the Nuclear Medicine Centre of Sfax, Tunisia. The evaluation was based on the administration of a shortened version of the Fear of Cancer Recurrence Inventory (FCRI-SF) to all patients (maximum score 36 points)<p c...

Objective: To evaluate the quality of sleep in patients in remission of differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC) Patients and Methods: Comparative case-control study conducted at the Nuclear Medicine Center of Sfax, Tunisia including 99 individuals divided into 2 subgroups G1 (n=39) patients in remission from DTC G2 (n=60) healthy control subjects Sleep quality was assessed according to the 7 components of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index ...

Objective: To assess the educational needs of patients with differentiated thyroid carcinoma (DTC) undergoing ablative irradiation therapy (RAI131)Patients and Methods: Cross-sectional study including 25 patients operated for TDC who integrated the therapeutic education program (TPE) on DTC at the Nuclear Medicine Center, Sfax, Tunisia. An assessment questionnaire was filled by the patients before the RAI session131Results: Our gro...

Objective: To determine the prevalence and factors associated with sleep disorders in patients with differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC)Patients and Methods: Analytical cross-sectional study of 39 patients followed for DTC at the Nuclear Medicine Center of Sfax, Tunisia. Sleep disorders were evaluated according to the 7 components of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Results: The average age of the patients at the time of t...

Objective: To study the carcinological factors associated with adrenal metastases (AMT) in bronchopulmonary cancer (PBC).Patients and Methods Case–control study analysing oncological data of 40 patients with PBC monitored by 18DFG PET/CT at the Nuclear Medicine Centre of Sfax, Tunisia. We compare the characteristics of 2 subgroups:G1 (n=17): patients with PBC and META (cases)G2 (n=23): ...

Background and Aim: Besides its religious aspect, Ramadan Fasting (RF) represents a significant cultural affirmation practice for Muslim patients with diabetes. Despite the health risks related to this ritual, many Muslims with diabetes continue to fast against medical advice. This study aims to analyze the effect of RF contraindication on the self-esteem of Muslim patients with diabetes.Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study involving 25 Muslim p...

Background and Aim: Multiple studies support that chronic glycemic imbalance has deleterious effects on microcirculation. It is the central physiopathological factor in the development of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and several ophthalmologic complications in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). This study aims to assess the peculiarities of eye complications in patients with diabetes and CKD.Methods: We conducted a descriptive study including...

Background and Aim: Ramadan-specific diabetes education (RDE) is fundamental to achieving safe fasting. During RDE sessions, healthcare providers should perform a risk assessment based on the patient’s medical status and his glycemic self-managing competence. This study aims to appraise the educational skills of diabetic patients intending to fast.Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional descriptive study including 35 diabetic patients who attended t...

Introduction & Objective: Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is an inflammatory skin condition which predominantly affects women of childbearing age. Various metabolic and endocrine comorbidities can be associated with HS. The aim of this study was to evaluate the association of HS with male and female infertility.Materials and Methods: We conducted a retrospective study between January 2012 and December 2022 enrolling all cases of HS in our dermatology d...