Subclinical Hypothyroidism among Overweight and Obese Children: An Observational Cross-sectional Study

Introduction: Subclinical Hypothyroidism (SH) is often treated by thyroxine hormone by general pediatricians considering deranged thyroid profile, attributing the derangement to be the cause of obesity. However, childhood obesity increases the risk of SH by means of adaptive mechanisms. Aim: To stu...

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Main Authors: Himanshu Verma, Ruchi Mishra, Smriti Rohatgi, Jyoti Bagla
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited 2023-01-01
Series:Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research
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Online Access:https://www.jcdr.net/articles/PDF/17263/60524_CE[Ra1]_F[SK]_PF1(AG_KM)_PFA(AG_KM)_PN(KM).pdf