@thyroidjournal

ATA's official monthly journal, is peer-reviewed for topics ranging from the molecular biology of the thyroid gland to clinical management of thyroid disorders.

Joined October 2018
Has the treatment of pediatric hyperthyroidism changed over time? A new @thyroidjournal study from @TelAvivUni found a shift toward longer medical therapy and fewer definitive treatments—but with higher relapse rates, highlighting important tradeoffs. ow.ly/bwBB50ZIONh
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Does levothyroxine dose affect how often treatment falls out of range? A real-world study by @mettleson and team found patients taking higher doses were more likely to have abnormal TSH levels, suggesting they may benefit from closer follow-up. ow.ly/MIy250ZIOIG
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What role do thyroid hormones play outside the thyroid? check out this new @thyroidjournal study from Italy that suggests they may influence polycystic kidney disease progression and represent a potential therapeutic target. ow.ly/laLE50ZIOwq #ThyroidJournal
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Could a once-weekly subcutaneous levothyroxine injection replace daily pills? A Phase 2 study by @Bianco_Lab and @XerisPharma found it was well tolerated, achieved thyroid hormone targets, and was preferred by many participants. ow.ly/sKwF50ZIOrM #ThyroidJournal
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Should thyroid function be optimized before major cardiac surgery? A new @thyroidjournal study suggests patients with hypothyroidism face higher risks of postoperative complications and long-term cardiovascular events after CABG. ow.ly/kycI50ZIOny #ThyroidJournal
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Could "borderline" thyroglobulin antibodies still matter after thyroid cancer treatment? A new @thyroidjournal study suggests detectable TgAb—even below the traditional positive cutoff—may identify patients at higher risk of recurrence. ow.ly/ygqU50ZIOgx #ThyroidJournal
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Should long-term TSH suppression be indefinite in postmenopausal women with DTC? A new study highlights potential effects on bone/muscle/CVS/QOL, especially in low-risk/disease-free women, reinforcing the importance of avoiding unnecessary suppression. ow.ly/qJs450ZIO2j
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Can clinical decision tools improve care for patients with indeterminate thyroid nodules? A new @thyroidjournal review examines the current evidence, their strengths and limitations, and why clinical judgment remains essential. ow.ly/7uHm50ZvnEF @AmThyroidAssn
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Could an elevated TSH be misleading? A new @thyroidjournal study from Japan examines the prevalence and clinical features of macro-TSH, an uncommon cause of apparent subclinical hypothyroidism that can complicate diagnosis and management. ow.ly/Bn8x50ZvnCX @AmThyroidAssn
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Can low-risk thyroid cancer survivors be safely followed in primary care? Check out this new @thyroidjournal prospective study to see who could potentially be followed with less intensive surveillance. ow.ly/QVUC50ZvnBB @AmThyroidAssn #ThyroidJournal
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What predicts poor emotional functioning after thyroid cancer treatment? A @thyroidjournal study identified exhaustion, head and neck discomfort, and body image concerns as modifiable risk factors—potential targets for earlier supportive care. ow.ly/9p5i50ZvnB1
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Can AI eliminate the need for CT in thyroid SPECT? A prospective multicenter Korean trial found CT-free AI SPECT matched SPECT/CT for diagnosing thyrotoxicosis while reducing radiation by one-third and analysis time from 40 to 4 minutes. ow.ly/MMY050ZvnAK
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Does liquid-based cytology outperform conventional smears for thyroid FNA? In a multi-institutional @thyroidjournal study from China of 90K biopsies, liquid-based preparations showed higher diagnostic accuracy; both together offered no added benefit. ow.ly/rBgI50ZwCgP
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Who is the ideal candidate for ambulatory thyroid surgery? Check out the new multidisciplinary @thyroidjournal ATA Consensus Statement which outlines patient selection,DC criteria, and safety protocols to optimize outcomes/minimize complications. ow.ly/VvOy50Zv4fq
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Have ATA guideline updates changed thyroid cancer care? In a real-world study from Korea in >31,000 patients, less extensive surgery and reduced RAI use lowered permanent hypocalcemia without compromising short-term oncologic outcomes. ow.ly/JQTG50Zv2qs #ThyroidJournal
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Post-thyroidectomy hypoparathyroidism is common but often preventable. A @ThyroidJournal review highlights risk reduction strategies, updated management guidelines, and emerging long-acting PTH therapies that may improve calcium control/QOL. ow.ly/WtYI50Zjjur @AmThyroidAssn
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Fatigue after thyroidectomy may be more common/impactful than many clinicians realize. A new @UMich study found patients described persistent exhaustion affecting work, daily life, and relationships, with many feeling unprepared for it after surgery. ow.ly/prKO50ZjjgW
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In metastatic radioiodine-avid DTC, does preparation method matter? A @ThyroidJournal study found similar survival and progression outcomes with rhTSH and thyroid hormone withdrawal, supporting individualized preparation based on patient needs/logistics. ow.ly/41F650ZjgZ2
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Could excessive preop TSH make Graves’ thyroidectomy more difficult? A @ThyroidJournal study found TSH ≥10 μIU/mL before surgery was linked to greater blood loss, larger thyroid enlargement ratios, and longer operative times. ow.ly/G52950ZjgRh #ThyroidJournal #medtwitter
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