Delayed Closure of the Ductus Arteriosus in Term Newborns with Congenital Hypothyroidism: Effect of l-Thyroxine Therapy

Congenital hypothyroidism is associated with an increased incidence of congenital defects (15.6%), frequently involving the heart (5.8%). Only a few studies have evaluated the association between congenital hypothyroidism and patent ductus arteriosus. We report on two term newborns affected by thyro...

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