Subclinical hyperthyroidism and dementia: the Sao Paulo Ageing & Health Study (SPAH)

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Several epidemiologic studies have shown a possible association between thyroid function and cognitive decline. Our aim was to evaluate the association of subclinical hyperthyroidism and dementia in a population sample of older peopl...

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Main Authors: Lotufo Paulo A, Benseñor Isabela M, Menezes Paulo R, Scazufca Márcia
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-06-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/10/298