Renal function changes in patients with subclinical hyperthyroidism: a novel postulated mechanism
Magdy Mohamed Allam,
Hanaa Tarek El-Zawawy,
Tarek Hussein El-Zawawy
Abstract:Background
Subclinical hyperthyroidism (SCH) is found to be associated with renal dysfunction. Hyperthyroidism is a well-known cause of secondary systolic hypertension. However, the effect of SCH on the kidney and its vasculature is still unknown.
Aim
To assess the presence of renal function changes and renal vasodysfunction in SCH patients and their relation to hypertension.
Methods
The study included 321 patients … Show more
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