| Literature DB >> 29340281 |
Vishal Sehgal1, Richard Childress1.
Abstract
Immune check point inhibitors have revolutionized the treatment of metastatic malignancies. They are a promising area in oncology and more drugs are likely to be available in the coming years. Along with the promise of better response oncologically, there is an increased incidence of endocrinopathies related to autoimmunity. This case report illustrates the dramatic development of hypothyroidism in a patient with underlying subclinical hyperthyroidism. It also suggests the potential pretreatment predictors of endocrinopathies related to these immune check point inhibitors.Entities:
Keywords: endocrinopathies; immune check point inhibitors; metastatic malignancy
Year: 2017 PMID: 29340281 PMCID: PMC5767714 DOI: 10.1515/jtim-2017-0039
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Transl Int Med ISSN: 2224-4018