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ea0049gp198 | Thyroid 1 | ECE2017

Which is the best tool to use when initiating the differential diagnosis of a thyrotoxic patient? A challenge to current guideline recommendations

Perdomo Carolina , Ramos Elisa Gil , Buey Gala Gutierrez , Llavero Maria , Gargallo Javier , Arbizu Javier , de la Higuera Magdalena , Galofre Juan C

Aim: Differential diagnosis (DD) of thyrotoxicosis is critical as the treatment of the three main causes of this condition (Graves disease [GD], Toxic Multinodular Goitre [TMG], and Thyroiditis [TS]) differs substantially. Recently published diagnostic algorithms investigating hyperthyroidism embrace the presence of thyrotropin receptor (TSH-R) antibodies (TRab) as the first and most cruicial diagnostic step. Although TRab measurement has important limitations (some can ...

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Which is the best tool to use when initiating the differential diagnosis of a thyrotoxic patient? A challenge to current guideline recommendations

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