作者: Irene A. Weiss , Noah Bloomgarden , William H. Frishman
DOI: 10.1097/CRD.0B013E318227DF87
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摘要: The definition of subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) is solely biochemical: a serum free T4 level within the reference range in presence an elevated thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) level. While overt associated with increased cardiovascular disease risk, SCH, mildest form hypothyroidism, may also be but to lesser degree. Recent evidence points significant trend toward increase risk at higher TSH levels, levels ≥10 mIU/L morbidity and mortality. It generally recommended treat thyroid those individuals SCH values mIU/L. Treatment patients <10 controversial considered selected patients.