[Alterations of thyroid function in cancer patients: a case of hypothyroidism during immunotherapy]

Recenti Prog Med. 2023 Dec;114(12):14e-17e. doi: 10.1701/4142.41403.
[Article in Italian]

Abstract

Endocrinopathies, especially hypothyroidism, are very frequent during immunocheckpoint inhibitors treatment. An early diagnosis, through a correct clinical evaluation and the execution of blood tests, and the use of Levothyroxine therapy, allow you to continue the established tretament in most cases.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Hypothyroidism* / diagnosis
  • Immunotherapy* / adverse effects
  • Neoplasms* / therapy