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Cretenism - Coggle Diagram
Cretenism
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Definition
a condition characterized by physical deformity and learning difficulties that is caused by congenital thyroid deficiency.
Pathophysiology
Thyroid hormone is essential for growth, branching and myelination of neuronal cells of CNS at fetal neonatal stage.
Treatment
Once diagnosed, treatment should be started within 1-2 weeks of life
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