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This is a Prospective cohort study study.

September 10, 2025Open Access

Comprehensive Thyroid Assessment in a Prospective Japanese Cohort: Epidemiology, Determinants, and Ultrasonographic Reference Ranges

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SSSatoko Shimazu-Kuwahara IYIchiro YamauchiKyoto University SKS. KawashimaPanasonic (Japan)

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Prospective cohort study identifies determinants and establishes ultrasonographic reference ranges in adults, enhancing understanding of thyroid dysfunction.

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The prevalence of thyroid dysfunction was observed at 5.81%, indicating significant health implications in the cohort population.
Among 2,420 subjects tested for TPOAb, the positivity rate was 7.19%, highlighting its association with thyroid dysfunction at higher titers.
The study utilized a prospective cohort design with multimodal assessments, including thyroid function tests and imaging techniques.
Findings suggest the necessity for age and sex-specific reference ranges, facilitating better evaluation of thyroid health in clinical settings.

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Shimazu-Kuwahara et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c199e29b7b07f3a061b3f7 https://doi.org/10.1101/2025.09.04.25335004

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Prospective cohort study identifies determinants and establishes ultrasonographic reference ranges in adults, enhancing understanding of thyroid dysfunction.

Comprehensive Thyroid Assessment in a Prospective Japanese Cohort: Epidemiology, Determinants, and Ultrasonographic Reference Ranges

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Comprehensive Thyroid Assessment in a Prospective Japanese Cohort: Epidemiology, Determinants, and Ultrasonographic Reference Ranges

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