MANAGEMENT DECISIONS IN SUBCLINICAL THYROID-DISEASE

Subclinical hypo- and hyperthryroidism are common, well-defined condit ions that often progress to overt disease. In addition, there have bee n concerns that the subclinical states may contribute to hyperlipidemi a, cardiac dysfunction, and osteoporosis, The author discusses the iss ues and outlines a rational approach to management that identifies pat ients who will benefit from treatment.