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Congenital hypothyroidism and thyroid dyshormonogenesis: a case report of siblings with a newly identified mutation in thyroperoxidase.
Journal of pediatric endocrinology & metabolism : JPEM - 1 May 2016
Sparling David P, Fabian Kendra, Harik Lara, Jobanputra Vaidehi, Anyane-Yeboa Kwame, Oberfield Sharon E, Fennoy Ilene
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BACKGROUND: Thyroid dyshormonogenesis continues to be a significant cause of congenital hypothyroidism. Over time, forms of thyroid dyshormonogenesis can result in goiter, which can lead to difficult management decisions as the pathologic changes can both mimic or lead to thyroid cancer. METHODS: Herein we describe the cases of two brothers diagnosed with congenital hypothyroidism, with initial findings...
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