Case report highlights screening for iodine deficiency and management in infants on TPN, indicating critical health implications.
We report a case of severe, reversible hypothyroidism due to iodine deficiency in an 8-month-old infant receiving exclusive total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for short bowel syndrome. Although iodine deficiency is a known problem for recipients of chronic TPN, it is often overlooked. This case highlights the need to screen for iodine deficiency in this vulnerable population and details successful management strategies.
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