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Screening for hypothyroidism in elderly inpatients.

M Bahemuka, H M Hodkinson

    British Medical Journal
    |June 14, 1975
    PubMed
    Summary

    Routine biochemical screening for hypothyroidism in elderly patients is effective, identifying 2.3% of cases. Many presented with non-specific symptoms like depression, which responded well to treatment.

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    Area of Science:

    • Geriatric Medicine
    • Endocrinology
    • Clinical Biochemistry

    Background:

    • Hypothyroidism is a common endocrine disorder, particularly in the elderly.
    • Clinical presentation can be non-specific, potentially delaying diagnosis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the value and feasibility of routine biochemical screening for hypothyroidism in geriatric inpatients.
    • To characterize the clinical presentation and associated conditions in elderly hypothyroid patients.

    Main Methods:

    • Biochemical screening for hypothyroidism was performed on 2000 geriatric inpatients.
    • Clinical data, including symptoms and co-existing autoimmune diseases, were collected and analyzed.

    Main Results:

    • The screening identified 46 cases of hypothyroidism (2.3% prevalence).
    • A non-specific clinical picture was observed in over two-thirds of cases.
    • Psychiatric manifestations, particularly depression, were frequent and responsive to thyroxine therapy.
    • Hypothyroidism showed a female preponderance and strong association with autoimmune diseases like pernicious anaemia and rheumatoid arthritis.

    Conclusions:

    • Routine biochemical screening for hypothyroidism is valuable and practicable in geriatric inpatients.
    • Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial, especially given the non-specific presentation and potential for psychiatric symptoms.
    • Screening facilitates the identification of associated autoimmune conditions.

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