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American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) 2019
April 24 - 28, 2019; Los Angeles, CA
April 24 - 28, 2019Los Angeles, CA
AACE 2019Added Convenience of Classifying Nodules With ThyroSeq Test?Nearly equivalent thyroid nodule classifier test success seen when molecular testing performed on cytology smears, compared with samples collected into preserved solution, although results take longer.
Thyroid Nodule Location Linked to Malignancy RiskThyroid nodules located in the upper pole of the gland were nearly five-times more likely to be malignant, suggesting possible
anatomical or environmental influences.
Medscape Medical News, May 20, 2018
Lab Tests Can Pinpoint Risk of Hypoparathyroidism After SurgeryPatients with low calcium and parathyroid hormone immediately after total thyroidectomy are at greatest risk of developing
permanent hypoparathyroidism. Study authors argue for routine testing post-surgery.
Medscape Medical News, May 22, 2018
Simple Ratio May Predict Fracture Risk in Obese PatientsBone mineral density divided by body mass index could offer a simple way of predicting fracture risk in those overweight or
obese, and may outperform the trabecular bone score.
