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Asymmetric Graves’ Orbitopathy

Lookup NU author(s): Dr Petros PerrosORCiD

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Abstract

© Copyright © 2020 Panagiotou and Perros.Graves’ Orbitopathy (GO) is an autoimmune orbital disorder usually presenting as a sequala of autoimmune thyroid disease. The presence of GO is associated with increased psychological burden and, in severe cases may cause blindness. While most patients with GO present with bilateral disease, asymmetric or unilateral GO may affect a significant proportion of patients diagnosed with GO. Older age, male sex, active and severe disease correlate with asymmetric disease. However, the exact mechanisms causing asymmetry remain elusive. Herein, we review the literature on asymmetric GO and highlight its differences compared with bilateral GO.

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Author(s): Panagiotou G, Perros P

Publication type: Review

Publication status: Published

Journal: Frontiers in Endocrinology

Year: 2020

Volume: 11

Online publication date: 17/12/2020

Acceptance date: 16/11/2020

ISSN (electronic): 1664-2392

Publisher: Frontiers Media S.A.

URL: https://doi.org/10.3389/fendo.2020.611845

DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2020.611845

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