Hyperthyroidism in elderly patients |
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| Authors: | BK Bailes |
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| Affiliation: | University of Texas-Houston Health Science Center, School of Nursing, USA. |
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| Abstract: | Hyperthyroid disorders occur in older people and often are present with atypical findings or as apathetic hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism exacerbates underlying chronic disease, especially cardiovascular conditions. Elderly people can be treated successfully and stabilized with careful screening, astute diagnostics, and appropriate therapy. |
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