Autoimmune Hyperthyroidism Study in Young Children
Part of Eyes & vision, Hormones & metabolism, Immune system & allergy clinical trials.
This study looks at children with autoimmune hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid caused by the immune system attacking the thyroid gland). Researchers want to understand this condition better in children before puberty to help improve care.
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Who can take part
- Your child is under puberty age (generally under 10–12 years old)
- Your child has been diagnosed with autoimmune hyperthyroidism (not another type of thyroid overactivity)
- Your child's hyperthyroidism was caused by the immune system, typically Graves' disease or thyroiditis
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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