Description:
Hashimoto’s disease is an immune-mediated disorder wherein
the immune system attacks the thyroid gland. Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis is the
most common cause of hypothyroidism (HT) in women. This article discusses
Hashimoto's disease in detail and covers the treatment of hypothyroidism.
Learning Objectives:
- Define Hashimoto's disease
- Discuss the clinical presentation of Hashimoto's disease
- Discuss treatment options for Hashimoto's disease
Author(s):
Carlo Ledesma, MS, MT(AMT), SH(ASCP)QLS, MT(ASCP)
Shane Lawson, BS MLT(ASCP)
Launched: 2018