# Prevalence and risk factors of subclinical hypothyroidism in postmenopausal women: A cross-sectional study

## TL;DR

This study finds that nearly a quarter of postmenopausal women have subclinical hypothyroidism, with risk factors like higher BMI and hypertension.

## Contribution

The study identifies specific risk factors and prevalence of subclinical hypothyroidism in postmenopausal women.

## Key findings

- Subclinical hypothyroidism was found in 22.5% of postmenopausal women.
- Higher BMI, dyslipidemia, and hypertension are significantly associated with thyroid dysfunction.
- Thyroid dysfunction was more common in women within 5-10 years of menopause.

## Abstract

The prevalence and associated risk factors of subclinical hypothyroidism among 142 postmenopausal women aged 45-70 years. Thyroid
profiles were evaluated using serum TSH and free T4 levels, identifying subclinical hypothyroidism in 22.5% of participants. Higher BMI,
dyslipidemia, and hypertension showed significant associations with thyroid dysfunction. Subclinical hypothyroidism was more common
among women within 5-10 years of menopause. These findings underscore the need for routine thyroid screening in postmenopausal women.