Thyroid disease

A systematic review of subclinical hyperthyroidism guidelines: a remarkable range of recommendations

Eur Thyroid JPublished Systematic review of clinical practice guidelines

Authors' conclusion

This review underscores the existing variability in (inter)national guidelines concerning subclinical hyperthyroidism. There isa need for clear recommendations in guidelines considering diagnostic workup, treatment, and follow-up of subclinical hyperthyroidism. In order to establish this, future research should focus on determining clear and evidence-based intervention thresholds.

Study context

Population
International clinical practice guidelines with recommendations on SCH (subclinical hyperthyroidism), published 2007–2021
Participants
22 guidelines
Outcome
Variation in guideline recommendations on diagnostic workup, treatment and follow-up
Methodological detailsPRISMA, Appraisal of Guidelines for Research & Evaluation (AGREE) II quality assessment
  • PRISMA
  • AGREE II quality assessment

Pooled result

As reported in the abstract

Recommended monitoring intervals for follow-up

3 to 12 months

Original publication

A systematic review of subclinical hyperthyroidism guidelines: a remarkable range of recommendations. Eur Thyroid J. Published 13 June 2024. doi:10.1530/etj-24-0036

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