Prediction of LT4 Replacement Dose to Achieve Euthyroidism in Subjects Undergoing Total Thyroidectomy for Benign Thyroid Disorders

Abstract

Patients undergoing total thyroidectomy may require higher doses of thyroxine to achieve euthyroidism when compared to patients with similar anthropometric parameters having primary hypothyroidism. The method of replacing thyroxine based on LBM is the ideal method, but replacement based on fixed-dose regimens could be a good method if the body weight is taken into consideration.