Simulation of Post-Thyroidectomy Treatment Alternatives for Triiodothyronine or Thyroxine Replacement in Pediatric Thyroid Cancer Patients
Thyroid, 05/25/2012
Ben–Shachar R et al. – Triiodothyronine (T3) replacement yielded withdrawal periods about half those for thyroxine (T4) replacement. Higher than normal hormone levels under T3 monotherapy can be partially alleviated by more frequent, smaller doses (e.g., twice a day). LT4 may be the preferred option for most children, given the convenience of single daily dosing and familiarity of pediatric endocrinologists with its administration. Remnant effects on withdrawal period highlight the importance of minimizing remnant size.
