Subclinical hypothyroidism(SCH) has become prevalent among various populations.Represents the earliest stages of thyroid dysfunction.Prevalence:4-10%.Progression to Hypothyroidism:5-8%/year.Common in women than in men &prevalence increases with age.Because of high prevalence & potential cost implications for the health care system, early detection of SCH individuals who might progress to overt hypothyroidism would be important.As Mullana in Haryana comes in SubHimalayan Goitre Belt, there are ample chances that people residing in this belt may have SCH.So this study was undertaken with aim to...
Subclinical hypothyroidism(SCH) has become prevalent among various populations.Represents the earliest stages of thyroid dysfunction.Prevalence:4-10%....