hrp0097p1-583 | Thyroid | ESPE2023

Was newborn screening for congenital hypothyroidism affected by COVID19 lockdown?

Vitale Laura , Esposito Mariela , Francesca Jesica , Victoria Fasano María , Balbi Viviana , Tournier Andrea , Borrajo Gustavo , González Verónica , Morín Analía

Mandatory lockdown during COVID 19 pandemic obstaculized access to medical attention. Newborn screening (NBS) for congenital hypothyroidism (CH) in Buenos Aires province has been obligatory since 1995 and performed sustainedly. CH causes mental delay if not diagnosed and treated early.Objectives: The aim of this study was to determine if mandatory lockdown changed time of established NBS diagnosis steps.Mat...