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Study of Thyroid Disease in Pregnancy: A Review
Abstract: Pregnancy-related thyroid conditions, the second most prevalent endocrine disorders following diabetes, demand effective management to mitigate adverse consequences for both mother and fetus. Thyroid disease is associated with obstetric and child development complications, necessitating consideration from clinical and scientific viewpoints. This review consolidates current knowledge on thyroid disease in pregnancy, encompassing management, physiological changes, pathological functions, diagnosis, and treatment. Physiological alterations include thyroid stimulation by hCG, placental expression of deiodinases, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 33–43 Read article