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New Guidelines on Thyroid Disorder in Children and Young People with Down Syndrome

New Guidelines on Thyroid Disorder in Children and Young People with Down Syndrome

The Down Syndrome Medical Interest Group have published new guidance on thyroid function; Surveillance and when to initiate treatment.

More details in the PDF below.

The Down syndrome specific insert for children's Child Health Record (or red book as they're most commonly referred to) has also been updated. The link to more details, how to download and how to order the inserts is here - PCHR Resources

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