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Correlation between the thyroid computed tomography value and thyroid function in hyperthyroidism: a retrospective
Haruna Iwanaga1,2, Naotoshi Fujita1, Shinji Abe1
1Department of Radiological Technology, Nagoya University Hospital, Nagoya, Japan.
Annals of Nuclear Medicine
|May 24, 2024
Summary
Computed tomography (CT) values correlate with the effective half-life (EHL) of radioiodine in hyperthyroid patients. This finding suggests CT values reflect thyroid function, particularly iodine discharge, aiding treatment assessment.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Nuclear Medicine
- Radiology
Background:
- Radioiodine (I-131) therapy is a standard treatment for hyperthyroidism.
- Understanding factors influencing I-131 therapy effectiveness is crucial for patient management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between computed tomography (CT) values and thyroid gland function and volume in hyperthyroid patients.
- To identify factors affecting CT values in hyperthyroidism.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 38 Graves' disease and 10 Plummer disease patients.
- CT scans were used to determine mean thyroid gland CT value and volume.
- Radioiodine uptake (RIU) and effective half-life (EHL) were assessed after I-131 administration.
- Correlations between CT value and EHL, RIU, thyroid hormones (FT3, FT4, TSH), and TRAb levels were analyzed.
Main Results:
- A significant positive correlation was found between CT value and EHL in both Graves' disease (r=0.62, p<0.0001) and Plummer disease (r=0.74, p<0.05) patients.
- No significant correlation was observed between CT value and other assessed parameters.
Conclusions:
- Thyroid CT value is significantly correlated with EHL, indicating it reflects thyroid function.
- The CT value appears primarily related to factors influencing iodine discharge from the thyroid gland.
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