Congenital hypothyroidism

Pediatr Ann. 1992 Jan;21(1):15, 18-21, 24-8. doi: 10.3928/0090-4481-19920101-06.

Abstract

Because of the lack of signs and symptoms in the first weeks of life, the most important tool for the early diagnosis of congenital hypothyroidism is a newborn screening program.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Congenital Hypothyroidism*
  • Humans
  • Hypothyroidism / diagnosis
  • Hypothyroidism / drug therapy
  • Hypothyroidism / physiopathology
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Neonatal Screening
  • Thyroxine / therapeutic use

Substances

  • Thyroxine