Neonatal goiter with congenital thyroid dysfunction in two infants diagnosed by MRI

Pediatr Radiol. 2004 Jul;34(7):570-3. doi: 10.1007/s00247-004-1145-4. Epub 2004 Feb 18.

Abstract

It is essential to diagnose thyroid dysfunction at an early stage because congenital hypothyroidism (CH) represents one of the most common preventable causes of delayed physical and psychological development, including mental retardation. US evaluates the shape of the thyroid gland. CT and scintigraphic examinations demonstrate iodine metabolism of the thyroid, but there is associated radiation exposure. We encountered two cases of congenital goiter, in which MRI was very helpful in confirming thyroid dysfunction and was very useful in making an accurate diagnosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Fetal Diseases / diagnostic imaging
  • Goiter / congenital*
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
  • Male
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications / diagnostic imaging
  • Ultrasonography, Prenatal