Auxological and endocrinological features in internationally adopted children

• Main Authors: Stefano Stagi (Author), Valeria Papacciuoli (Author), Djibril Boiro (Author), Chiara Maggioli (Author), Niane Ndeye Ndambao (Author), Stefania Losi (Author), Elena Chiappini (Author), Sonia Toni (Author), Ousmane Ndiaye (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2020-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract In internationally adopted children disorders of linear growth, puberty development, thyroid function, and bone metabolism are frequently reported. It is important that these children receive careful auxological and endocrinological evaluations and follow-up. Pediatricians and other healthc...