The Diagnosis & Management of Hypothyroidism In Adults
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Ministry of Public Health Qatar. National Clinical Guideline: The Diagnosis and Management of Hypothyroidism in Adults (2019).
Abbreviations
The abbreviations used in this guideline are as follows:
Anti-TPO-Ab Anti-thyroid peroxidase antibodies
FT3 Free tri-iodothyronine
FT4 Free thyroxine
L-T4 Levothyroxine
T3 Tri-iodothyronine
T4 Thyroxine (tetra-iodothyronine)
TFT Thyroid function tests
TSH Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone
1 - Information About This Guideline
1.1 Objective and Purpose of the Guideline
The purpose of this guideline is to define the appropriate diagnosis and management of hypothyroidism in adults. The objective is to reduce inappropriate investigation, prescribing and referral of patients presenting to provider organisations in Qatar. It is intended that the guideline will be used primarily by physicians in outpatient settings.
1.2 Scope of the Guideline
Aspects of care covered in this guideline include:
Causes and clinical features of hypothyroidism in adults aged over 18 years, including:
Clinical assessment of hypothyroidism.
Use of thyroid function tests for diagnosis.
Management of hypothyroidism.
Consideration of myxoedema coma.
Aspects of care not covered in this guideline include:
Assessment and management of thyroid disorders in children.

