Thyroid Disease Masterclass
Endocrinology
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Description
Using simple illustrations and elegant animations, we review the pathophysiology of thyroid dysfunction, discuss the interpretation of thyroid tests, explain how pregnancy and certain medications can alter thyroid function, and evaluate the best treatment options—this course will prepare you to confidently assess and effectively manage patients with thyroid disease.
Course Details
56 Lessons
9 Quizzes
3 CME
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Course Highlights
Today, we’re checking out their thyroid Disease Masterclass course, with a video explaining the difference between T3 and T4 and where iodine fits in.
Here’s a short refresher from the thyroid Disease Masterclass course which explores the differences between primary and secondary hypothyroidism and how that plays out in lab results.
In this video from their thyroid Disease Masterclass course, we explore the basic pathophysiology of toxic thyroid nodules and how to diagnose them using lab results, ultrasound and radioiodine scans.
In this video from the thyroid Disease Masterclass course, we look at thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH); aka thyrotropin, thyrotropic hormone.
Thionamides in the treatment of thyroid disease
A review of the appropriate use of thionamides in modern medicine, as we continue our journey through the thyroid Disease Masterclass.
Amiodarone and thyroid function
In this video from the thyroid Disease Masterclass,we look at how amiodarone affects thyroid function, when this effect stabilizes, and how often you should monitor the lab results of patients using amiodarone.
In this video from the thyroid Disease Masterclass, Dr Tracy Tylee explains the relationship between thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) and gestational thyrotoxicosis, and the factors that lead to abnormal thyroid function tests.