Undiagnosed congenital hypothyroidism in a newborn treated with dopamine infusion

Medications administered during the neonatal period may mask the diagnosis of congenital hypothyroidism. Herein, we report a case of undiagnosed congenital hypothyroidism while the infant was on treatment with dopamine. Given the inhibitory effect of dopamine on thyroid-stimulating hormone, a high index of suspicion for potential congenital hypothyroidism is needed in such neonates.
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research