About The Medical Condition Congenital Myxedema
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Congenital Myxedema
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What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Congenital Myxedema?
A condition due to congenital lack of thyroid hormone, marked by arrested physical and mental development, dystrophy of the bones and soft parts, and lowered basal metabolism. It is the congenital form of thyroid deficiency, while MYXEDEMA is the acquired form. (From Dorland, 27th ed)
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