Thyroid dysfunction in chronic viral hepatitis [B and C]; An Egyptian pilot study

Conclusion: Chronic HCV infection can be associated with the appearance of TD. Antithyroid Abs (anti-TG and anti-TPO Abs) provide valuable information as regards the TD that may occur in patients with both HCV and HBV. Chronic HCV-infected patients should be informed of the risk for TD, and hence the importance of their screening for autoantibodies and serum TSH hormone to assess their medical status.
Source: Egyptian Liver Journal - Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Original articles Source Type: research