Abnormalities in thyroid function are common endocrine disorders that affect 5–10% of the
general population, with hypothyroidism occurring more frequently than hyperthyroidism …

Interventions: CK levels did not decrease appreciably until 14 d after levothyroxine
administration. Outcomes: The patient was discharged from the hospital in good health. In …

Purpose: The aim of this study was to compare the clinical and electrodiagnostic efficacy of
ultrasound (US)-guided versus landmark (LM)-guided steroid injections in patients with …

Abstract Purpose of Review: This article discusses the clinical features, pathophysiology,
and management of toxic and endocrine myopathies. Recent Findings: Early detection and …

Introduction: Several phenotypic factors are associated in the literature with an increased
risk of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Along with female sex and older age, certain systemic …

A number of dysfunctions may affect the thyroid gland leading either to hyper-or
hypothyroidism which are mediated by autoimmune mechanisms. Thyroid abnormalities …

Objectives: Identify signs and symptoms of hypothyroid myopathy during clinical evaluations.
Differentiate generalized muscle weakness related to hypothyroid myopathy from other …

Patients with autoimmune myositis typically present with muscle weakness, elevated serum
levels of muscle enzymes, and abnormal muscle biopsies. However, patients with other …

Many medical conditions affect the skeletal system and constitute independent risk factors
for fractures. The action of thyroid hormones is necessary to maintain adequate …

During the last decades, mortality from acute myocardial infarction has been dramatically
reduced. However, the incidence of post‐infarction heart failure is still increasing …