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'''Congenital hypothyroidism''' (CHT) is a condition of [[thyroid]] [[hormone]] deficiency present at birth. Approximately 1 in 4000 newborn infants has a severe deficiency of thyroid function, while even more have mild or partial degrees. If untreated for several months after birth, severe congenital hypothyroidism can lead to [[growth failure]] and permanent [[mental retardation]]. Treatment consists of a daily dose of thyroid hormone ([[thyroxine]]) by mouth. Because the treatment is simple, effective, and inexpensive, nearly all of the developed world practices [[newborn screening]] to detect and treat congenital hypothyroidism in the first weeks of life. | '''Congenital hypothyroidism''' (CHT) is a condition of [[thyroid]] [[hormone]] deficiency present at birth. Approximately 1 in 4000 newborn infants has a severe deficiency of thyroid function, while even more have mild or partial degrees. If untreated for several months after birth, severe congenital hypothyroidism can lead to [[growth failure]] and permanent [[mental retardation]]. Treatment consists of a daily dose of thyroid hormone ([[thyroxine]]) by mouth. Because the treatment is simple, effective, and inexpensive, nearly all of the developed world practices [[newborn screening]] to detect and treat congenital hypothyroidism in the first weeks of life. | ||
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Overview
Congenital hypothyroidism (CHT) is a condition of thyroid hormone deficiency present at birth. Approximately 1 in 4000 newborn infants has a severe deficiency of thyroid function, while even more have mild or partial degrees. If untreated for several months after birth, severe congenital hypothyroidism can lead to growth failure and permanent mental retardation. Treatment consists of a daily dose of thyroid hormone (thyroxine) by mouth. Because the treatment is simple, effective, and inexpensive, nearly all of the developed world practices newborn screening to detect and treat congenital hypothyroidism in the first weeks of life.