Hashemi-madani N, Rahimian N, Khamseh M E, Faranoush P, Malek M, Ghasemi F, et al . Guideline for the diagnosis and treatment of hypothyroidism and hypoparathyroidism in patients with blood transfusion-dependent thalassemia. Iranian Journal of Blood and Cancer 2023; 15 (2) :89-96
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Nahid Hashemi-madani1 ,
Neda Rahimian1 ,
Mohammad E. Khamseh1 ,
Pooya Faranoush2 ,
Mojtaba Malek3 ,
Fariba Ghasemi2 ,
Negin Sadighnia2 ,
Mohammad Reza Foroughi-Gilvaee2 ,
Seyyed Morteza Alavi4 ,
Mohammad Javad Mashayekhnia5 ,
Mahdi Bashizade6 ,
Mohammad Reza Roudaki Sarvendani6 ,
Elham Ebrahimi4 ,
Mohammad Faranoush * 7
1- Endocrine Research Center, Institute of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran.
2- Pediatric Growth and Development Research center, Institute of Endocrinology Iran University of Medical Sciences Tehran Iran
3- Research Center for Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease, Institute of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, Iran.
4- Department of Clinical Science, Faculty of Specialized Veterinary Sciences, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
5- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Islamic Azad University, Babol Branch, Tabriz, Iran
6- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
7- Pediatric Growth and Development Research center, Institute of Endocrinology Iran University of Medical Sciences Tehran Iran. , faranoush47@gmail.com
Abstract: (1242 Views)
Iron overload can adversely affect thyroid and parathyroid function in patients with transfusion-dependent thalassemia. Iron deposition in both glands or the pituitary gland, which controls thyroid function, can lead to their destruction and dysfunction. Hypothyroidism can cause symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, and depression, while hypoparathyroidism can cause symptoms such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet, muscle cramps, and seizures. Regular thyroid and parathyroid function monitoring is essential in thalassemia patients to detect any dysfunction early and provide appropriate treatment. Treatment may include medications to replace thyroid hormone or calcium and vitamin D supplements to manage hypoparathyroidism. A comprehensive approach to managing endocrine complications in thalassemia patients can improve outcomes and quality of life for these individuals. To provide professional healthcare members with clear and concise recommendations for diagnosing and treating hypothyroidism and hypoparathyroidism in transfusion dependent thalassemia patients, a practical national guideline should be developed.
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Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Received: 2023/04/7 | Accepted: 2023/05/20 | Published: 2023/06/29