Thyroid dysfunction in type 2 diabetes mellitus: A retrospective study

摘要: Introduction: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) is a growing problem in our country and we have observed that many patients are associated with thyroid dysfunction later their life. However, the prevalence of these has not been investigated. Aims Objectives: To find type DM Manipur, India. Materials Methods: In this retrospective study, data 202 who attended diabetic clinic Regional Institute Medical Sciences, Imphal from January 2011 to July 2012, whose stimulating hormone (TSH) level was investigated were included. The inclusion criteria known cases DM. Exclusion previous history hypothyroidism those on drugs affecting profile. Results: Out for study which 61 males 141 females, 139 (68.8%) euthyroid, 33 (16.3%) subclinical (10 23 females), (11.4%) (6 17 4 (2%) hyperthyroidism 3 (1.5%) cases. Maximum (subclinical clinical) seen age group 45-64 years. Patients BMI > 25 at increased risk having (P < 0.016). Conclusion: Prevalence quite high above 45 years more so if over 25.