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What tests should be复查 one month after I-131 treatment?

Sep 07, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Pan Yongyuan
Introduction
Follow-up examinations one month after I-131 treatment typically include thyroid function tests, liver function tests, kidney function tests, and routine blood tests. One month after I-131 treatment for hyperthyroidism, thyroid function can be reassessed using color Doppler ultrasound of the thyroid, which helps guide adjustments in subsequent treatment. Rechecking liver and kidney function and routine blood tests helps determine whether the patient's hepatic and renal functions are normal and confirms whether hypothyroidism has developed.

Follow-up examinations one month after iodine-131 treatment typically include thyroid function, liver function, kidney function, and routine blood tests.

Iodine-131 is clinically used for the treatment of hyperthyroidism, but it generally does not lead to immediate cure. One month after treatment, thyroid function can be reassessed via thyroid color Doppler ultrasound to determine the specific status of thyroid function post-treatment, which helps guide subsequent therapeutic adjustments.

During iodine-131 treatment, improper use of medication may easily lead to hypothyroidism. Additionally, some patients may already have pre-existing liver dysfunction or leukopenia. Therefore, checking liver function, kidney function, and routine blood counts one month after treatment helps evaluate whether liver and kidney functions remain normal and confirms whether white blood cell counts have decreased, aiding in the detection of potential hypothyroidism. If hypothyroidism occurs, patients should follow medical advice and take levothyroxine tablets for replacement therapy.

After iodine-131 treatment, patients are advised to follow their doctor's instructions for regular follow-up visits and closely monitor any changes in their condition. Should any discomfort arise, prompt medical consultation is recommended.

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