Efficacy of Congenital Hypothyroidism Neonatal Screening in Preterms less than 32 Weeks of Gestational Age: More Evidence

Abstract

Our findings reinforce the need for awareness in neonatal settings for adequate screening of VPT infants. Screening in the first week of life was effective in detection of most but not all affected VPT. Larger studies are needed in order to establish accurate screening recommendations for VPT newborns. Until this step is reached, repeated screening is advised in these infants.