Update on canine hypothyroidism and feline hyperthyroidism

1. General thyroid gland concepts
Synthesis of thyroid hormones
Regulation of the synthesis and release of thyroid hormones
Hormone transport
Function of thyroid hormones
2. Canine hypothyroidism
Types and causes of hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism in young dogs
Hypothyroidism in adult dogs
Diagnosis
Clinical signs
Skin disorders
Neuromuscular disorders
Cardiac abnormalities
Reproductive disorders
Other clinical signs
Diagnostic process
Complete blood count and biochemical analysis
Thyroid function tests
Ultrasound evaluation
L-thyroxine treatment as a diagnostic method
Treatment of hypothyroidism
Dose
Monitoring
Side effects
References
3. Thyroid tumours and hyperthyroidism in dogs
Incidence and types of thyroid tumours
Clinical signs and diagnostic approach
Treatment and prognosis
References
4. Feline hyperthyroidism
Aetiology of hyperthyroidism
Epidemiology of hyperthyroidism
Intrinsic factors
Nutritional factors
Environmental factors
Clinical signs of hyperthyroidism
Diagnosis of hyperthyroidism
Routine diagnostic tests
Hormonal tests to confirm the diagnosis
Diagnostic imaging
Treatment of hyperthyroidism
Medical treatment
Diet
Radioactive iodine
Surgical thyroidectomy
Intrathyroid injection of ethanol
References