Thyroid dysfunction and its relationship to serum lipid levels in adults
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Thyroid Dysfunction corresponds to the early phase of a thyroid disorder that predominantly affects middle-aged and elderly individuals. This research analyzes studies conducted in a laboratory, where the relationship between thyroid dysfunction and serum lipid levels was evaluated. The methodology was descriptive and cross-sectional, with a sample of 52 patients, from which 8 were excluded due to unusual findings in the thyroid examination that were unrelated to the requirements of this study. The results revealed a high percentage of patients with serum levels of total cholesterol and triglycerides above the upper normal limit. It is crucial to monitor and regulate thyroid function to prevent complications related to elevated blood lipid levels and to reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases in affected individuals.
Source: Minerva
Author: Darwin Gustavo Veliz Bazurto
Institution: Universidad Técnica de Manabí
Language: English
Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4401740954