Epidemiology of thyroid diseases in Africa

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Authors

Anthonia Ogbera · Lagos State University Teaching Hospital

SonnyFolunrusho Kuku · Lagos State University Teaching Hospital

Abstract

Diagnosis and management of thyroid disorders in the African continent remain suboptimal. Thyroid registries may be helpful to determine the scope of the burden of thyroid disorders since this knowledge may help change policies on the approach to the management of these disorders.

Topics & Keywords

Thyroid Disorders and Treatments Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Zero hunger

Publication Details

Published in: Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism

Volume 15, Issue 6, pp. 82-82

DOI: 10.4103/2230-8210.83331

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