Prevalence of autoimmune thyroiditis among children with autoimmune hepatitis

ConclusionAutoimmune hepatitis in Egyptian children is commonly associated with other autoimmune diseases. Autoimmune thyroiditis is the most common to be associated with AIH in pediatric patients. As it is not usually clinically manifesting, regular screening for AIT in children with AIH is mandatory.
Source: Italian Journal of Pediatrics - Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research