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Thyroiditis and SARS-CoV-2 pandemic: a review.
1Department of Endocrinology and Metabolic diseases, Cardiovascular and Metabolic Unit CHU-Larrey, Toulouse, France. caron.p@chu-toulouse.fr.
Endocrine
|March 28, 2021
Summary
This review discusses thyroiditis, a thyroid inflammation, as an extra-pulmonary manifestation of coronavirus disease (Covid-19). It aims to aid in diagnosing and treating various thyroiditis forms in Covid-19 patients.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Infectious Diseases
- Pathology
Background:
- The coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic, caused by SARS-CoV-2, presents with diverse extra-pulmonary manifestations.
- Thyroiditis, encompassing various inflammatory conditions of the thyroid gland, is increasingly recognized as part of the visceral involvement spectrum in Covid-19.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and describe the clinical presentations of different thyroiditis forms.
- To facilitate the diagnosis of thyroiditis in patients with Covid-19.
- To provide guidance on managing thyroiditis in the context of Covid-19.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of documented clinical forms of thyroiditis.
- Analysis of thyroiditis as an extra-pulmonary manifestation of SARS-CoV-2 infection.
- Synthesis of diagnostic and treatment considerations.
Main Results:
- Several forms of thyroiditis, including inflammatory, subacute (de Quervain's), chronic lymphocytic (Hashimoto's), and painless postpartum thyroiditis, have been associated with Covid-19.
- Recognition of these thyroiditis forms is crucial for comprehensive patient care.
Conclusions:
- Thyroiditis represents a significant extra-pulmonary manifestation of Covid-19.
- Accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment strategies are essential for managing thyroiditis in Covid-19 patients.
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