Euthyroid sick syndrome epidemiology and demographics
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:
Overview
Epidemiology and Demographics
Euthyroid sick syndrome is seen in 40-100% patients of nonthyroidal illness. In intensive care unit (ICU) patients the rate is as high as 70-75% In hospitalized patients the rate is 11-18%
Age
Euthyroid sick syndrome is more commonly seen in elderly population. People over 65 have more chronic illnesses and have a greater probability of developing euthyroid sick syndrome.
Race
Euthyroid sick syndrome has no racial predilection.
Sex
Euthyroid sick syndrome affects men and women equally.