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Hypothyroidism among children and adolescents with nephrotic syndrome in Mulago National Referral Hospital, Kampala, Uganda; a cross-sectional study

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Abstract

The prevalence of hypothyroidism among children and adolescent with nephrotic syndrome attending Mulago Hospital paediatric kidney clinic was 23%. Hypoalbuminemia was found to be associated with hypothyroidism. Therefore, children and adolescents that have severely low levels of serum albumin should be screened for hypothyroidism and linked to endocrinologists for care.

Research topics

  • Renal Diseases and Glomerulopathies
  • Thyroid Disorders and Treatments
  • Ion Transport and Channel Regulation

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DOI: 10.1186/s12887-024-04610-8

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