Hyperthyroidism

Hyperthyroidism — referral criteria for Endocrinology services.

Full SRC reference

Eligibility

At least one must be met for the patient to be eligible for referral.

Clinically suspected or confirmed hyperthyroidism with initial primary-care work-up completed

Red flags

Indicate urgent (Category 1) referral or emergency assessment.

Hyperthyroidism complicated by cardiac, respiratory compromise or other indications of severe illness (fever, vomiting, labile blood pressure, altered mental state)

Neutropenic sepsis in patient taking carbimazole or propylthiouracil

Hyperthyroidism with hypokalaemia or paralysis

Routine referral criteria

Determine Category 2 or 3 urgency.

Assessment of newly identified or recurring hyperthyroidism (including Graves’ disease)

Advice on, or review of, management plan for stable hyperthyroidism