Evaluation of the thyroid and hypothyroid function after postoperative radiation therapy among breast cancer patients.

Background: The current advances in radiotherapy (RT) have improved the outcome of breast cancer (BC) patients. Despite its therapeutic benefits, the iatrogenic toxicities of RT and its impact on BC survivors are still debated, and further evaluations should be considered. This study aims to assess the rate of subclinical hypothyroidism and hypoparathyroidism among BC patients who were exposed to therapeutic radiation.

Data Content and Exchange in General Practice: a Review.

Background: efficient communication of data is inevitable requirement for general practice. Any issue in data content and its exchange among GP and other related entities hinders continuity of patient care.

Methods: literature search for this review was conducted on three electronic databases including Medline, Scopus and Science Direct.