2024
DOI: 10.1111/apa.17479
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Higher initial levothyroxine doses and very early treatment start may lead to better cognitive outcomes in children with congenital hypothyroidism

Emmi Danner,
Laura Niuro,
Sonja Lapinoja
et al.

Abstract: AimThis study aimed to assess the cognitive development of individuals with congenital hypothyroidism.MethodsUsing hospital records, we identified 180 patients with congenital hypothyroidism born between 1980 and 2018 in Turku and Kuopio University Hospital catchment areas. Cognitive development was evaluated in 22 adults (7 males and 15 females) and 20 children (8 males and 12 females) using age‐specific Wechsler Intelligence Scales. Full‐scale IQ (FSIQ) and the four indices were compared to standardisation s… Show more

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