Pregnancy and autoimmune thyroid disease.
Immunological and endocrine changes related to pregnancy influence the course and development of autoimmune thyroid disease (AITD). Conversely, the presence of AITD can affect both the mother and her child-both in utero and in the neonatal period. The successful management of AITD in pregnancy requires a knowledge of the differential placental transfer of various hormones, antibodies, and drugs.
Ewins
D L
DL
Department of Medicine, King's College Hospital Medical School, London, UK.
McGregor
A M
AM