THE INCIDENCE OF CONGENITAL HYPOTHYROIDISM AMONG IMMIGRANTS. 530
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Congenital Hypothyroidism: Increased Incidence in Yazd Province, Iran
Introduction: Congenital hypothyroidism (CH) is one of the most common preventable causes of mental retardation. Its worldwide incidence is estimated to be one in 2500-5500 births. Assessment of thyroid gland in neonates is critical. The aims of this study were to demonstrate the incidence of CH in neonates born in Yazd province, Iran in 1389 (2010) and compare the results with other reported s...
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Pediatric Research
سال: 1996
ISSN: 0031-3998,1530-0447
DOI: 10.1203/00006450-199604001-00550