Title: Observational Study of Lipid Profile in Hypothyroid Patients in Secondary Health Institution in Himalayan Region

Authors: Dr Parul Bhardwaj, Dr Shivbrat Sharma

 DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v9i7.18

Abstract

Thyroid dysfunction has a great impact on lipids as well as a number of other cardiovascular risk factors. Hypothyroidism is relatively common and is associated with an unfavorable effect on lipids. Substitution therapy is beneficial for patients with overt hypothyroidism, improving lipid profile. The present study aims to assess the association of hypothyroidism with lipid abnormalities.

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Corresponding Author

Dr Shivbrat Sharma

Junior Resident, MS ENT, DRPGMC Kangra at Tanda (H.P.), India