[Transient congenital hypothyroidism due to biallelic defects of DUOX2 gene. Two clinical cases].
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DOI: 10.5546/aap.2017.e162
Abstract: Congenital hypothyroidism affects 1:2000-3000 newborns detected by neonatal screening programs. Dual oxidases, DUOX1 and 2, generate hydrogen peroxide needed for the thyroid hormone synthesis. Hipotiroidismo congénito transitorio por defectos bialélicos del gen DUOX2. Dos casos… read more here.
Keywords: hypothyroidism; congenital hypothyroidism; duox2 gene; hypothyroidism due ... See more keywords