Effect of systemic steroid therapy in Graves ’ orbitopathy on regulatory T cells and Th17/Treg ratio
ConclusionsTherapeutic effects of steroid therapy in Graves ’ orbitopathy are not mediated by Treg and Th17 alterations in the peripheral blood. The decrease in peripheral Treg percentage is likely a consequence of the non-specific effects of steroids and does not impact clinical outcome.
Source: Journal of Endocrinological Investigation - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research