Long-term weight regulation in treated hyperthyroid and hypothyroid subjects.
Published Jun 1, 1984 · B. Hoogwerf, F. Nuttall
The American journal of medicine
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Study Snapshot
Key takeawayEffective treatment of hyperthyroidism leads to weight gain, while hypothyroidism may initially cause weight loss but returns to pretreatment weight within 24 months.
PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)
Sample size24
MethodsObservational
OutcomesBody Mass Index projections
ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.