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Cross-sectional study finds 22.5% prevalence of subclinical hypothyroidism in postmenopausal women, highlighting risk factors like BMI and dyslipidemia.
The prevalence and associated risk factors of subclinical hypothyroidism among 142 postmenopausal women aged 45–70 years. Thyroid profiles were evaluated using serum TSH and free T4 levels, identifying subclinical hypothyroidism in 22.5% of participants. Higher BMI, dyslipidemia, and hypertension showed significant associations with thyroid dysfunction. Subclinical hypothyroidism was more common among women within 5-10 years of menopause. These findings underscore the need for routine thyroid screening in postmenopausal women.
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