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American Academy of Family Physicians

Congenital Hypothyroidism


Congenital Hypothyroidism

The AAFP recommends screening for congenital hypothyroidism (CH) in newborns. (2008)

(Grade: A recommendation)
Grade Definition: http://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/grades.htm
Clinical Considerations: http://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/uspscghy.htm