Screening and Treatment of Subclinical Hypothyroidism or Hyperthyroidism - Research Review - Final | AHRQ Effective Health Care Program

New Review Questions Benefits of Screening and Treatment of Subclinical Hypo/Hyperthyroidism
A new research review, Effectiveness of Screening and Treatment of Subclinical Hypothyroidism or Subclinical Hyperthyroidism finds that the benefits and harms of screening for subclinical thyroid dysfunction are inadequately studied. Screening and early treatment are also of questionable benefit. The report updates a 2004 U. S. Preventive Services Task Force report on the subject.

Screening and Treatment of Subclinical Hypothyroidism or Hyperthyroidism

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Screening and Treatment of Subclinical Hypothyroidism or Hyperthyroidism - Research Review - Final AHRQ Effective Health Care Program