Down syndrome and thyroid disorders: a review.
Thyroid disorders are common in the Down syndrome population but many specific areas of importance remain to be resolved. A detailed review of previously published case reports and research studies highlighting the clinical association between Down syndrome and thyroid disorders was undertaken. Historical, epidemiological, immunological, diagnostic and treatment issues are addressed. Recommendations for future management and research are considered.
Prasher
V P
VP
Department of Psychiatry, University of Birmingham, Queen Elizabeth Psychiatric Hospital, Edgbaston, England, UK. vprasher@compuserve.com
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000544:Alzheimer Disease / Q000150:complications; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D048909:Diabetes Complications; D004314:Down Syndrome / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D015995:Prevalence; D011629:Puberty, Precocious / Q000150:complications; D013959:Thyroid Diseases / Q000150:complications* / Q000453:epidemiology