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P STARR

Publications and source records attributed to P STARR.

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Exophthalmos; certain endocrinological aspects.

The substance isolated from the anterior pituitary and responsible for the induction of thyroid hyperplasia in the tadpole (TSH) is not invariably found in increased amounts in the blood of patients with exophthalmos. The blood concentration of this substance is inversely related to the level of thyroid activity. Thyroid extract, pituitary irradiation and adrenocorticotropic hormone have not been shown conclusively to alter the course of exophthalmos.

Adrenocorticotropic Hormone↗

Therapeutic studies in hyperthyroidism; use of radioactive iodine.

Of 112 patients with hyperthyroidism who were treated with radioactive iodine, 110 were relieved of the disease. Nine had transient hypothyroidism. Twelve had permanent hypothyroidism. No other adverse effects that could be attributed to radioactive iodine were noted.

Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions↗