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(E89.0) Postprocedural hypothyroidism
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180 800 in individuals diagnosis postprocedural hypothyroidism confirmed
Diagnosis postprocedural hypothyroidism is diagnosed Women are 42.97% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis postprocedural hypothyroidism
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis postprocedural hypothyroidism
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease postprocedural hypothyroidism - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 50-54
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features postprocedural hypothyroidism
Absence or low individual and public risk
Postprocedural hypothyroidism - what does this mean
Postprocedural hypothyroidism is a condition that occurs when the thyroid gland becomes underactive after a medical procedure. this can be caused by damage to the thyroid gland during the procedure, the presence of a foreign body in the area, or a reaction to medications or contrast agents used during the procedure.
What happens during the disease - postprocedural hypothyroidism
Postprocedural hypothyroidism is a condition that occurs as a result of damage to the thyroid gland during a medical procedure. this damage can be caused by direct trauma to the thyroid gland, or by radiation exposure, such as during radiation therapy. in some cases, the thyroid gland may be unable to produce enough hormones to maintain normal thyroid function, resulting in a state of hypothyroidism. this can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, dry skin, and depression. treatment typically involves hormone replacement therapy to restore normal thyroid hormone levels.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Perform physical exam to assess the patient’s overall health
- Order laboratory tests, such as TSH, Free T4, and Free T3
- Order imaging tests, such as ultrasound or CT scan
- Order thyroid antibodies test to check for thyroid autoimmunity
- Order thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) suppression test
- Order thyroid-stimulating immunoglobulin (TSI) test
- Order thyroid uptake and scan
- Order thyroid peroxidase (TPO) antibody test
- Order thyroid stimulating hormone receptor (TSHR) antibody test
- Order thyroid hormone receptor (TR) antibody test
- Order genetic testing to check for any genetic mutations
- Order thyroid hormone replacement therapy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce symptoms of postprocedural hypothyroidism and restore normal thyroid function.
- Prescribe levothyroxine, a synthetic form of the thyroid hormone thyroxine
- Monitor patient's thyroid hormone levels with regular blood tests
- Educate patient on lifestyle modifications to reduce symptoms
- Provide patient with dietary advice on foods to avoid and foods to include in their diet
- Monitor patient's response to medication and adjust dosage as needed
- Refer patient to an endocrinologist for further evaluation and management
12 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Postprocedural hypothyroidism - Prevention
Postprocedural hypothyroidism can be prevented by taking steps to ensure that the patient is monitored closely during and after the procedure, including regular blood tests to check for any signs of thyroid hormone levels dropping. additionally, patients should be advised to report any signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism, such as fatigue, weight gain, or constipation, to their doctor as soon as possible.