Prevalence of Thyroid Disorder in Pregnant Women Visiting a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study

Introduction: The function of the thyroid gland is altered during pregnancy. Thyroid disorders during pregnancy are associated with serious maternal and fetal outcomes. Universal screening for thyroid disorders is recommended in the first trimester of pregnancy. This study aims to determine the pre...

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Main Authors: Gita Khakurel, Chandrima Karki, Sanat Chalise
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nepal Medical Association 2020-11-01
Series:Journal of Nepal Medical Association
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Online Access:http://jnma.com.np/jnma/index.php/jnma/article/view/5529