Thyroid hormone therapy for children with mild thyroid issues
Part of Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a thyroid hormone medication (levothyroxine) can improve heart function in children who have slightly high TSH levels but normal thyroid hormones. It may help children aged 4 to 15 with subclinical hypothyroidism.
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Who can take part
- You are between 4 and 15 years old.
- You have not been treated with levothyroxine or certain other medications in the last 6 months.
- Your TSH levels are 4.5 mIU/L or higher, but your other thyroid tests are normal (checked twice, 4 to 6 weeks apart).
- You do not have any heart problems, overweight/obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, liver/kidney disease, high cholesterol, infections, breathing problems, or cancer.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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