Retrospective observation of subacute thyroiditis before and during the COVID-19 vaccination campaign in a single secondary endocrine centre in the Savona district, Liguria, Italy

ConclusionTo date, few cases of SAT after COVID-19 vaccinations have been described in the literature, with sub-clinical, normal or increased thyroid function during 1-3-month follow-up. Our findings indicate that SAT after COVID-19 vaccination occurs more frequently than in other virus-related cases and at a greater age. Our observation of a local increase in SAT during the 2021 COVID-19 vaccination campaign indicates that physicians should be aware of this infrequent side effect, which must be considered and monitored after COVID-19 vaccination.
Source: Thyroid Research - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research