Abstract
According to the data of the register, a high frequency of arrest of physical and mental development, functional alterations of cardiovascular system, anemia, dislipidemia, subcompensated conditions of thyroid function among children younger than 18 years were revealed. Organization of neonatal screening for congenital hypothyroidism in Smolensk region made it possible to reach a high percent of newborn's investigation, coverage of re-test, reduction of investigation terms and start of treatment. At the same time results of neonatal screening have shown insufficient iodine supply of pregnant women and necessity of strengthened control of iodine prevention during pregnancy.
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