Can Fam Physician. 1990 Oct;36:1821-30.
The problems of congenital hypothyroidism and goitre are relatively common in childhood. The investigation and treatment of these disorders requires a knowledge of their various causes, appropriate investigation, and referral for specialist consultation as necessary, as well as involvement of the family physician in the monitoring of effectiveness of and compliance with treatment. Many of these disorders have life-long implications for the individual affected.
先天性甲状腺功能减退症和甲状腺肿在儿童中较为常见。调查和治疗这些疾病需要了解其各种病因，进行适当的调查，并在必要时转介给专家咨询，同时家庭医生也需要参与监测治疗的效果和依从性。许多这些疾病对受影响的个体都有终身影响。
