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When thyroid hormone deficiency is detected at birth it is called “congenital hypothyroidism”. Babies with congenital hypothyroidism are born with an underactive or absent thyroid gland.
Congenital hypothyroidism, previously known as cretinism, is a severe deficiency of thyroid hormone in newborns. It causes impaired neurological function, stunted growth, and physical...
Identify the etiology of congenital hypothyroidism. Describe the signs and symptoms of congenital hypothyroidism. Review the newborn screening and thyroid function test results and understand the timing and importance of rescreening in neonates at risk for congenital hypothyroidism.
Congenital hypothyroidism (CH) is thyroid hormone deficiency present at birth. If untreated for several months after birth, severe congenital hypothyroidism can lead to growth failure and permanent intellectual disability.
Congenital hypothyroidism occurs when a baby is born without the ability to make normal amounts of thyroid hormone. Congenital hypothyroidism occurs in about 1 in 3,000 to 4,000 newborns. It is often permanent with lifelong treatment.
Congenital hypothyroidism (CH) is an inborn condition in which thyroid hormone (TH) levels are insufficient for the normal development and function of body tissues. CH is one of the most common preventable causes of intellectual disability worldwide.
Congenital hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland cannot make the right amounts of thyroid hormone at birth or even before birth. Congenital hypothyroidism is fairly common, affecting 1 out of every 1,500 to 2,000 babies.