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  • Endocrinology
  • Neurology
  • Gerontology

Background:

  • Emerging hypotheses link "suboptimal" thyroid function, characterized by higher-normal TSH or low-normal FT4, to increased cognitive decline and dementia risk.
  • This study investigates the association between thyroid function and cognitive status in older adults.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To test the hypothesis that "suboptimal" thyroid function (higher-normal TSH or low-normal FT4) is associated with cognitive decline and dementia.
  • To evaluate the clinical significance of thyroid function within the higher-normal and low-normal ranges for cognitive health.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized data from 991 participants (aged 50-91) in the COMPASS-ND cohort, covering a spectrum of cognitive statuses.
  • Classified thyroid function as "optimal" (TSH<2.0 µIU/ml or FT4≥16.74 pmol/L) or "suboptimal" for analysis.
  • Employed Chi-square analysis to assess the association between thyroid function categories and cognitive impairment.

Main Results:

  • Chi-square analysis of 883 participants revealed no significant association between "suboptimal" thyroid function and cognitive impairment for TSH (p=0.69) or FT4 (p=0.96).
  • True hypothyroidism was infrequent in the cohort.
  • A high percentage (98.6%) of participants with elevated TSH levels also exhibited normal FT4 levels, suggesting euthyroidism.

Conclusions:

  • The findings refute claims that higher-normal TSH or low-normal FT4 levels elevate the risk of cognitive decline or dementia.
  • Highlights the need for caution regarding redefining TSH cutoffs or implementing unproven thyroid supplementation strategies for cognitive enhancement.
  • Suggests current thyroid function reference ranges are appropriate for assessing cognitive health risk.