Hypothyroidism caused by topical povidone-iodine in a newborn with omphalocele.
A case of physiologic hypothyroidism caused by the topical application of povidone-iodine (PVPI) in a newborn with an omphalocele is presented. The literature on systemic absorption and effects of PVPI is reviewed. A management strategy is offered.
Cosman
B C
BC
Department of Surgery, Columbia University, New York, NY.
Schullinger
J N
JN
Bell
J J
JJ
Regan
J A
JA
D000279:Administration, Cutaneous; D006554:Hernia, Umbilical / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007037:Hypothyroidism / Q000139:chemically induced*; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D011205:Povidone / Q000031:analogs & derivatives*; D011206:Povidone-Iodine / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*
D011206:Povidone-Iodine; D011205:Povidone