Use of iodinated contrast media in imaging procedures appears to affect thyroid function

Monday, January 23, 2012 - 16:00 in Health & Medicine

Exposure to iodinated contrast media during imaging procedures is associated with changes in thyroid function, and increased risk of developing hyperthyroidism, according to a report in the January 23 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine.

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