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Prevalence and Impact of Thyroid Disorders on Glycemic Control in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

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Research conducted by Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences in Yazd, Iran, has investigated the relationship between thyroid disorders and type 2 diabetes mellitus. A cross-sectional study involving 411 patients with T2DM found a significant prevalence of thyroid disorders, with 85.6% of patients having no thyroid disorder, 9.24% having hypothyroidism, and 5.10% having hyperthyroidism. The study also discovered a significant relationship between thyroid disorders and the average level of glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c). The findings highlight the importance of regular screening for thyroid disorders in patients with T2DM to improve glycemic control and overall diabetes management.

Key Takeaways:

  • The study included 411 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus, with a mean age of ______ (not specified) and a mean duration of diabetes of ______ (not specified).
  • The prevalence of thyroid disorders among patients with T2DM was 14.4% (38/411), with 9.24% having hypothyroidism and 5.10% having hyperthyroidism.
  • A significant relationship was found between thyroid disorders and the average level of glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) (P = 0.021).
  • The study concluded that regular screening for thyroid disorders in patients with T2DM is recommended to improve glycemic control and overall diabetes management.
  • Further research is needed to elucidate the mechanisms linking thyroid disorders and T2DM and to develop targeted interventions.
  • The study highlights the importance of comprehensive management of T2DM, including screening for thyroid disorders.

Statistics:

  • 411 patients with T2DM were included in the study.
  • 352 patients (85.6%) had no thyroid disorder.
  • 38 patients (9.24%) had hypothyroidism.
  • 21 patients (5.10%) had hyperthyroidism.
  • The average level of glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) was ______ (not specified).
  • The study found a significant relationship between thyroid disorders and the average level of glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) (P = 0.021).

Sources:

  • Prevalence and Impact of Thyroid Disorders on Glycemic Control in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Cross-Sectional Study. Iranian Journal of Diabetes and Obesity, 2024,16(3):138-143.
  • Iranian Journal of Diabetes and Obesity. Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences. (http://ijdo.ssu.ac.ir)

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