Reports in Thyroid Research

Department of Ophthalmology, Sestre Milosrdnice Zagreb UHC, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia

Publications

• Mini Review   
  One Significant Advancement for Thyroid Eye Disease, One Incremental Step Forward for Doxycycline
  Author(s): Ines Vatavuk*
  
  Thyroid eye disease, also known as Graves' orbitopathy, is an autoimmune condition characterized by inflammation and swelling of the tissues around the eyes. The disease can cause significant morbidity and affect the quality of life of affected individuals. In recent years, several advancements have been made in the management of TED, including the development of new treatment modalities and the repurposing of existing medications. This article reviews one significant advancement in the treatment of TED, the use of teprotumumab, and one incremental step forward in the use of doxycycline, an existing medication with potential benefits in TED management. The treatment landscape for Thyroid Eye Disease has evolved significantly, with advancements like Teprotumumab offering new hope for patients. This biologic has set a new standard for efficacy in reducing proptosis and improving eye.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2684-4273.2024.8.60

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