Nickan Research Institute Journal of Renal Endocrinology 2423-6438 9 1 2023 01 01 Screening patients with type 1 diabetes and hypothyroidism for related autoimmune diseases e25127 e25127 10.34172/jre.2023.25127 EN Mohammad Reza Ghaffarzadeh Esfahani https://orcid.org/0009-0009-9322-5471 Sina Bakhshaei https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1517-0574 Rastina Mehrani https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5182-4294 Journal Article 10.34172/jre.2023.25127 2023 06 18 2023 08 24 This review critically discusses the importance of screening patients with type 1 diabetes and hypothyroidism for related autoimmune diseases. It provides insights into the prevalence of thyroid disorders and diabetes mellitus, as well as the connection between T1D and hypothyroidism. The review also highlights the benefits of early detection and the implications for health policy, practice, research, and medical education. Overall, this article provides valuable information for healthcare providers on how to screen patients for related autoimmune diseases and provide them with the best possible care.