The Impact of Shift-Work and Night Shift-Work on Thyroid: A Systematic Review

Thyroid hormones are regulated by the pituitary thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), whose secretion presents a circadian rhythmicity. Indeed, it is conceivable that shift- and night shift-work, affecting sleep-wake rhythms, may impact thyroid functionality. Therefore, the aim of the present review wa...

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Main Authors: Veruscka Leso, Ilaria Vetrani, Alessandra Sicignano, Rosaria Romano, Ivo Iavicoli
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-02-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/17/5/1527