Abstract

PREGNANCY OUTCOME IN THYROID DISORDERS

Dr. Nanda Y. Vinayak (Asscoiate Professor OBGY, DMMS)* and Dr. Mrunal Nakade (JR OBGY, DMMS)

Abstract

The incidence of thyroid dysfunctions has increased in the last decade. It has been found that there is a definite co-relation between sub-clinical hypothyroidism and premature delivery, and sub-clinical hyperthyroidism and placental abruption. Patients with thyroid dysfunctions, if not treated well develop pregnancy complications like pre-eclampsia, preterm delivery, placental abruption and neonatal complications. The aim of this paper is to evaluate the pregnancy outcome in women with thyroid disorders. This is done by mandatory screening of all pregnant women for thyroid disorders and by treating such women, in collaboration with a physician. Practical evaluation was done by screening 100 pregnant women for thyroid dysfunction. We maintain that mandatory and early screening should be done to avoid any pregnancy complications.

Keywords: Thyroid hormone, Pregnancy, Investigation.