Excessive Iodine Intake and Subclinical Hypothyroidism in Children and Adolescents Aged 6–19 Years: Results of the Sixth Korean National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2013–2015

Abstract

Excess iodine was prevalent in Korean children and adolescents, and it may be associated with SCH. Therefore, monitoring the iodine status and education on adequate intake are needed in iodine-rich areas.