Low thyroid output tied to heart attacks in women

SOURCE: MedlinePlus (HealthDay News)

DATE:  April 29, 2008

EXCERPT:  "Increasing levels of thyrotropin within the normal range may increase the risk of fatal coronary heart disease in women, a Norwegian study finds. Thyrotropin, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland, is released into the blood and acts on the thyroid gland to stimulate its growth and function. ... "[The researchers stated] Overall, thyrotropin levels within the reference range were positively associated with coronary heart disease mortality; the trend was statistically significant in women but not in men. ....  These results indicate that relatively low but clinically normal thyroid function may increase the risk of fatal coronary heart disease." "  more   (articles display for 90 days)

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Asvold BO, Bjøro T, Nilsen TI, Gunnell D, Vatten LJ. Thyrotropin Levels and Risk of Fatal Coronary Heart Disease: The HUNT Study. Arch Intern Med. 2008 Apr 28;168(8):855-60.