Articles tagged with Thyroid Gland
Researchers have found that an incision about half the length used for traditional surgery works just as well in removing diseased thyroids. The minimally invasive approach is safe, likely speeds wound healing, and has a superior cosmetic result.
A new study demonstrates that moderate thyroid hormone therapy normalizes cardiac cell shape and reduces stress on the heart's wall by nearly 40%. This change may lead to a novel therapeutic approach for heart failure. Further animal studies are needed before human testing.
High levels of radiation from thyroid treatment can trigger homeland security detectors, which are now more common with increased sensitivity. Hospitals should develop documentation guidelines for patients undergoing nuclear medicine procedures to minimize this risk.
A new study has found that high levels of thyroid hormone are linked to an increased risk of miscarriage in women who are resistant to normal levels. The research, conducted on a family with a rare genetic disorder, revealed a significant increase in miscarriage rates among affected mothers compared to unaffected relatives.
A recent study published in JAMA found that excessive maternal thyroid hormone levels can lead to miscarriage and negatively impact fetal growth, with unaffected fetuses being more susceptible to these effects. The study also discovered that high maternal thyroid hormone levels can induce a catabolic state during fetal life.
Researchers found that removing a diseased thyroid from under the arm provides a cosmetic incision and inconspicuous scars. This approach may become a new standard for thyroid surgery in the US as minimally invasive techniques gain popularity.
Low thyroid hormone levels affect an estimated 40,000 pregnant and 1.6 million nonpregnant women in the US, with 3.1% of reproductive age women having low levels. Targeted screening before pregnancy may prevent developmental issues.
A new treatment using genetically engineered thyrotropin alfa eliminates the need to withhold thyroid hormone medication after thyroidectomy, reducing symptoms of hypothyroidism. The study shows that patients can be treated effectively without experiencing unpleasant side effects.
Researchers discovered a new compound, T1 amine, that rapidly induces hypothermia, slows heart rate, and drops blood pressure in mice. This effect may provide a valuable tool to manage patients with acute hypermetabolic states, including hyperthyroidism.
Researchers developed a preoperative diagnostic test that uses gene expression to distinguish between benign and malignant thyroid carcinoma. The test has the potential to improve diagnosis accuracy and treatment outcomes for patients with thyroid cancer.
A new study published in The Journal of Nuclear Medicine found that taking patients off thyroid medication for only two weeks prior to a scan produces the desired changes in nearly 90% of patients. This simplified approach reduces the need for six-week follow-up scans, making it easier and quicker for patients.
Researchers found that depression is often associated with an underlying autoimmune process affecting the thyroid gland. The study used thyroid function indicators to predict patients' responsiveness to antidepressants, achieving an almost 90% success rate.
Asthma patients treated with bronchodilating beta-agonist medications may develop increased sensitivity to airway constriction, experience exacerbation of their condition. Researchers suggest that therapeutics targeting phospholipase C-beta may have substantial benefit in the treatment of asthma.
Researchers found that shedding of TSHR A subunit amplifies immune response to TSHR in animal model. This discovery increases understanding of autoantibody production and hyperthyroidism in Graves disease.
Researchers identified four binding sites on HSA for thyroxine attachment, improving diagnosis of thyroid disorders. The study sheds light on familial dysalbuminemic hyperthyroxemia, a rare condition misdiagnosed as an overactive thyroid gland.
A recent study found that leptin levels dropped significantly during fasting periods, leading to reduced testosterone levels and slowed metabolism. The study also showed that leptin plays a crucial role in regulating the reproductive axis and thyroid function in humans.
Researchers found women with hypothyroidism are 57% less likely to develop aggressive, estrogen-sensitive breast cancer. The study suggests a possible biological role of thyroid hormone in breast cancer and offers novel preventive strategies.
A study by Ohio State University researchers found three genes associated with regulating thyroid hormones in the hypothalamus, which controls the hamster's reproductive cycle. The genes were active in hamsters kept in both long and short days, enabling them to respond to seasonal changes.
Researchers at the University of Rhode Island have developed a novel treatment using thiourea and thyroxine to synchronize the settlement and growth of summer flounder. This method reduces cannibalism and increases the profitability of flounder aquaculture, saving culturists time and effort in fish grouping.
A study found that alcohol consumption during the third trimester of pregnancy alters thyroid function in both mothers and fetuses, which could lead to brain defects. The researchers used sheep as a model and administered varying doses of alcohol to pregnant ewes, resulting in altered thyroid hormone levels in both mother and fetus.
Researchers found a species of frog in Puerto Rico that develops directly from eggs into fully formed adults, retaining the need for thyroid hormone despite bypassing the tadpole phase. This discovery showcases a classic case of evolutionary change in development, where the species adapted to evade predators by losing the tadpole stage.
Researchers have discovered that combining standard treatment with a second natural hormone, triiodothyronine, improves cognitive symptoms in hypothyroidism patients. The study found that brain function, memory, and energy levels increased significantly with the combined therapy.
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Biophysical Chemistry generated mice with no functional Pax8 protein, which develop hypothyroidism due to a defect in thyroid hormone production. The study suggests that Pax8 plays a crucial role in forming thyroxin-producing cells of the thyroid gland.