Abstract:INTRODUCTION:Hypothyroidism is the most common cause of secondary dyslipidemia. Thus, thyroid function test should be carried out before starting any hypolipidemic drugs. Even among thyroid disorder, hypothyroidism is more associated with cardiovascular and associated problems and if not detected earlier, it leads to severe clinical consequences. Our study assesses the frequency and spectrum of dyslipidemia in various types of thyroidal illness in the population residing in south western part of Nepal.
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