Hypothyroidism Presenting as Reversible Renal Impairment
Hypothyroidism Presenting as Reversible Renal Impairment
Srivalsa Bhaskaran, Kamaal Mohideen Khan, Karthik V, Mani Shanthini
Journal of Angiotherapy 5(2) https://doi.org/10.25163/angiotherapy.52621612920201221
Submitted: 29 November 2021 Revised: 11 December 2021 Published: 20 December 2021
Abstract
Certain studies have shown pathophysiology of diminished renal function in hypothyroidism. Aetiology is due to direct effect of thyroid hormone on kidney, and also the hemodynamic effects play an important role.
Keywords: Thyroid hormones, 99mTcDTPA, Cockcroft–Gault equation.
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