Association of Subclinical Thyroid Dysfunction with Chronic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Background: The association of subclinical thyroid dysfunction (SCTD) with chronic kidney disease (CKD) among community population remains inconclusive. Our aim was to evaluate the association between SCTD and the risk of CKD by conducting a meta-analysis.Methods: Multiple databases were searched to identify studies on the association between SCTD and risk of CKD, up to October 2018. Relevant information for analysis was extracted. A...