Clinical, laboratory and ultrasound characteristics of autoimmune thyroiditis in the children’s population of territories with the location of metallurgical enterprises
Abstract:Introduction. The combination of iodine deficiency and the negative impact of environmental factors determines the pathomorphism of thyroid diseases, including autoimmune thyroiditis (AIT). The purpose of the study was to establish clinical, laboratory, and ultrasound features of autoimmune thyroiditis in children living under the influence of metallurgical production. Materials and methods. AIT children residing in the zone of influence of the enterprises of the metallurgical industry (one hundred two cases) … Show more
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