Key result
Subclinical hypothyroidism is associated with reduced aortic strain and distensibility compared to healthy controls, indicating increased aortic stiffness.
Why the study?
Does subclinical hypothyroidism affect aortic elasticity and left ventricular diastolic function compared to healthy controls?
Cross-Sectional (n=58)
No
Does subclinical hypothyroidism affect aortic elasticity and left ventricular diastolic function compared to healthy controls?
Subclinical hypothyroidism is associated with increased aortic stiffness and left ventricular diastolic dysfunction, which can be detected early using non-invasive transthoracic echocardiography.
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Aortic changes in subclinical hypothyroidism merit prospective study; leaves open impact on outcomes or therapy.
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Özkan et al. (2015) conducted a cross-sectional in Subclinical hypothyroidism (n=58). Subclinical hypothyroidism vs. Normal thyroid function (healthy controls) was evaluated on Aortic strain (p=<0.001). Subclinical hypothyroidism is associated with reduced aortic strain and distensibility compared to healthy controls, indicating increased aortic stiffness.
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