From the Guidelines
For appraisal of hyperthyroidism management, a journal may include case studies evaluating the efficacy of methimazole (10-20mg daily for 12-18 months) versus propylthiouracil (100-200mg daily for 6-12 months) in achieving euthyroidism, as recommended by the American Thyroid Association 1.
Key Considerations
- The journal may assess the outcomes of radioactive iodine ablation (3.7-7.4 MBq) in patients with Graves' disease, including the incidence of hypothyroidism and the need for subsequent levothyroxine replacement (50-200mcg daily) 1.
- The journal may also examine the role of beta blockers, such as propranolol (20-40mg daily), in managing symptomatic hyperthyroidism, particularly in patients with subclinical hyperthyroidism 1.
Relevant Journals
Some examples of journals that may be relevant for appraisal of hyperthyroidism management include:
- Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism
- Thyroid
- Journal of Thyroid Research
- European Thyroid Journal These journals may publish studies on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of hyperthyroidism, including the use of antithyroid medications, radioactive iodine ablation, and beta blockers.
From the FDA Drug Label
The FDA drug label does not answer the question.
From the Research
Journals for Appraisal of Hyperthyroidism Topics
Some examples of journals that publish studies related to hyperthyroidism include:
- Expert Review of Endocrinology & Metabolism 2
- International Journal of Endocrinology 3
- The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology 4
- Trials 5
- American Family Physician 6
Topics Covered in These Journals
These journals cover a wide range of topics related to hyperthyroidism, including:
- Management of Graves' disease 2, 3, 4, 5
- Treatment options for hyperthyroidism, such as antithyroid medications, radioactive iodine ablation, and surgical thyroidectomy 2, 3, 4, 6
- Diagnosis and prognosis of hyperthyroidism 4, 6
- Complications of hyperthyroidism, such as atrial fibrillation and thyrotoxic periodic paralysis 4
- Innovative new treatments for Graves' disease, such as targeting B cells or TSH receptors 4
Study Designs and Methodologies
The studies published in these journals employ a variety of designs and methodologies, including: