Physician Visits by Adults Aged 18 and Older Due to Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders,* by Sex, 2005
| Disorders | Rate per 100 Visits | |
|---|---|---|
| Female | Male | |
| Disorders of the Thyroid Gland | 1.5 | 0.7 |
| Disorders of Other Endocrine Glands | 3.1 | 3.9 |
| Metabolic and Immunity Disorders | 2.0 | 2.9 |
*Based on ICD-9-CM codes for disorders of the thyroid gland: 240-246; disorders of other endocrine glands: 250-259; other metabolic and immunity disorders: 270-279.↑
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics, National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey: 2005 . Analysis conducted by the Maternal and Child Health Information Resource Center.
