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  • Neonatology
  • Obstetrics

Background:

  • Graves' disease affects 2 in 1000 pregnancies.
  • Pre-existing maternal thyroid disease necessitates fetal and neonatal monitoring.

Observation:

  • A case of neonatal hyperthyroidism revealed previously undiagnosed maternal thyroid disease.
  • Neonatal signs of hyperthyroidism can be mistaken, delaying diagnosis.

Findings:

  • Neonatal hyperthyroidism is a medical emergency due to potential cardiac and neurological risks.
  • Prompt diagnosis and treatment are vital for affected newborns.

Implications:

  • Neonatologists must consider maternal thyroid disease even without a prior diagnosis.
  • Timely intervention can mitigate severe complications in neonatal hyperthyroidism.