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Hypothyroidism

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Connaughty, Sharon, Kelton, Sheila. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2007.
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http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/Hypothyroidism_123_2001.pdf
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Both congenital and acquired hypothyroidism are explained in this booklet. The effect of thyroid deficiency on the infant and on the growing child is outlined in detail. Diagnostic tests are reviewed in the context of the hypothalamic–pituitary–thyroid feedback system. The last section discusses th…
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Author
Connaughty, Sharon
Kelton, Sheila
Corporate Author
Endocrinology Clinic
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
PDF, 13 p.
Subject
Hypothyroidism
Thyroid Gland. Thyroid Gland Diseases
Endocrine System. Endocrine Diseases. Endocrinology
Endocrinology
Abstract
Both congenital and acquired hypothyroidism are explained in this booklet. The effect of thyroid deficiency on the infant and on the growing child is outlined in detail. Diagnostic tests are reviewed in the context of the hypothalamic–pituitary–thyroid feedback system. The last section discusses thyroid hormone replacement therapy and the importance of ongoing clinical and laboratory monitoring as the child grows.
Language
English
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
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