The hyperthyroidism of polyostotic fibrous dysplasia--a possible autoimmune aetiology.
Endocrine disorders are a relatively common accompaniment of polyostotic fibrous dysplasia. Considerable debate has taken place concerning possible responsible mechanisms. This case demonstrates that the hyperthyroidism associated with the condition is of thyroidal origin and of probable autoimmune aetiology.
Gallacher
S J
SJ
University Department of Medicine, Glasgow Royal Infirmary.
Wilson
R
R
Boyle
I T
IT
Thomson
J A
JA
D000328:Adult; D015551:Autoimmunity; D005260:Female; D005357:Fibrous Dysplasia of Bone; D005359:Fibrous Dysplasia, Polyostotic / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D006980:Hyperthyroidism / Q000209:etiology*