Hyperthyroidism in adolescents

The term 'hyperthyroidism' refers to a form of thyrotoxicosis due to inappropriate high synthesis and secretion of thyroid hormone(s) by the thyroid. The leading cause of hyperthyroidism in adolescents is Graves’ disease (GD); however, one should also consider other potential causes, such...

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Main Author: Marek Niedziela
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Bioscientifica 2021-10-01
Series:Endocrine Connections
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Online Access:https://ec.bioscientifica.com/view/journals/ec/10/11/EC-21-0191.xml