TEDct Commissions New Open-Access Clinical Guide on Thyroid Eye Disease

The Thyroid Eye Disease Charitable Trust (TEDct) is proud to announce the publication of a major new open-access clinical textbook:
Thyroid Eye Disease: A Comprehensive Guide, published by Springer Nature.

This book is intended for all healthcare professionals who may find themselves caring for people with thyroid eye disease (TED). Although TED has been recognised by the medical community since Robert Graves first described the association between exophthalmos and thyroid disease in 1835, it remains a condition that is often poorly understood, under-recognised, and delayed in diagnosis.

Many people with TED describe long and frustrating journeys to diagnosis, a lack of understanding of how profoundly the condition affects daily life, and difficulty accessing clinicians who are familiar with current treatment options. These challenges can significantly impact both physical outcomes and psychological wellbeing.

We are now at a turning point in TED care. New biologic therapies are emerging, research into targeted treatments is accelerating, and surgical management is safer and more effective than ever before. At this critical moment, it is essential that healthcare professionals are able to recognise TED early, refer appropriately, and remain up to date with rapidly evolving treatment pathways.

TEDct has been supporting people living with thyroid eye disease for over 30 years, alongside funding research to improve understanding and care of this complex condition. The Trust commissioned this book and funded its open-access publication to ensure that every healthcare professional who needs reliable, up-to-date information on TED can access it freely, without barriers.

Importantly, patient voices are embedded throughout the book. Members of the TEDct community have contributed feedback based on their lived experiences, which has been incorporated into representative patient quotes across the chapters. This ensures that the realities of living with TED remain central to clinical education and decision-making.

We hope this book represents another meaningful step towards earlier diagnosis, improved care, and better outcomes for everyone affected by thyroid eye disease.

On behalf of the Committee and Trustees of the Thyroid Eye Disease Charitable Trust (TEDct).