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Congenital Hypothyroidism Congenital Hypothyroidism Department of pediatrics Xin Ying Definition and Summary Definition and Summary Hypothyroidism results from deficient production of thyroid hormone or defect in its receptor. The characteristics is retardation in growth and mental development. Category Sporadic Hypothyroidism results from hypoplasia or aplasia of the thyroid gland. Endemic Hypothyroidism (Cretinism) is due to iodine deficiency during mother pregnancy. Synthesis of Thyroid Hormone