Clinical scoring scales in thyroidology: A compendium

Abstract

This compendium brings together traditional as well as contemporary scoring and grading systems used for the screening and diagnosis of various thyroid diseases, dysfunctions, and complications. The article discusses scores used to help diagnose hypo-and hyperthyroidism, to grade and manage goiter and ophthalmopathy, and to assess the risk of thyroid malignancy.

Keywords

• Goiter
• grading system
• malignancy
• ophthalmopathy
• scoring system
• Thyroid dysfunction
• Thyroid screening