Abstract
Hypothyroxinaemia, which is common in the preterm infant, and thyrotoxicosis, which is rare, are important neonatal thyroid disorders. Their causes and treatment are discussed.
MeSH terms
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Breast Feeding
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Dietary Supplements
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Humans
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Infant, Newborn
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Infant, Premature, Diseases* / etiology
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Infant, Premature, Diseases* / physiopathology
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Infant, Premature, Diseases* / therapy
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Long-Term Care
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Risk Factors
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Thyroid Hormones / administration & dosage
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Thyrotoxicosis* / etiology
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Thyrotoxicosis* / physiopathology
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Thyrotoxicosis* / therapy
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Thyroxine / deficiency*
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Treatment Outcome
Substances
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Thyroid Hormones
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Thyroxine