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Declan Cody1, Yadlapalli Kumar, Sze May Ng

  • 1Royal Liverpool Children's NHS Trust, UK. declan.cody@btopendworld.com

Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology & Metabolism : JPEM
|April 23, 2003
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Persistent hyperthyrotropinaemia in children, a condition with normal thyroxine (T4) and raised thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), requires ongoing monitoring. Most children exhibit normal development, but continued thyroid function tests are recommended until TSH levels normalize.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Endocrinology
  • Neonatal Screening
  • Thyroid Function Tests

Background:

  • Hyperthyrotropinaemia (elevated TSH with normal T4) is detected via neonatal screening.
  • The long-term outcomes for children with persistent hyperthyrotropinaemia remain unclear.
  • This condition necessitates careful evaluation of its developmental impact.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the developmental outcomes of children diagnosed with persistent hyperthyrotropinaemia.
  • To understand the long-term trajectory of thyroid function in affected children.
  • To inform clinical management guidelines for this condition.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of pediatric patients diagnosed with hyperthyrotropinaemia over 20 years.
  • Inclusion criteria: diagnosis of hyperthyrotropinaemia lasting over 3 months.

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  • Data collection focused on thyroid function test trends, growth, and developmental milestones.

    • Main Results:

    • Eight children were identified with hyperthyrotropinaemia exceeding 3 months.
    • Four cases presented with a transient form (3-18 months).
    • Three children maintained persistently elevated TSH at ages 5, 9, and 17; one developed hypothyroidism requiring thyroxine replacement.
    • All participants demonstrated normal growth and development.

    Conclusions:

    • Children with persistent hyperthyrotropinaemia generally show normal growth and development.
    • Continuous monitoring of thyroid function is crucial until thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels normalize.
    • Early detection through neonatal screening allows for timely intervention and management.