Assessment of Thyroid Function by Term and Gestational Age: A Retrospective Analysis Using the Ponderal Index

Background: Intrauterine growth retardation (IUGR) may prematurely impact the hormonal system by affecting its programming during growth and neurocognitive development. The aim of this study to evaluate thyroid function in preterm and term small for gestational age (SGA), and appropriate for gestational age (AGA) babies, and also in symmetrical and asymmetrical IUGR pattern. Methods: The study was conducted at a rural tertiary care center from 1st October 2016 to 30th September 2018. All babies born in the center …