Fetal/neonatal Thyrotoxicosis in a Newborn From a Hypothyroid Woman With Hashimoto's Thyroiditis.

CONCLUSION: Diagnosis and management of fetal hyperthyroidism can be challenging. TSH receptor antibody testing should be considered in pregnant women with any history of autoimmune thyroid disease and symptoms of fetal hyperthyroidism.
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Source: The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism - November 3, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Kiefer FW, Klebermass-Schrehof K, Steiner M, Worda C, Kasprian G, Diana T, Kahaly GJ, Gessl A Tags: J Clin Endocrinol Metab Source Type: research