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Neonatology
P-NEO-001
Follow-up Plan for Neonatal with Turner Syndrome
Fitriyani, Adhie Nur Radityo
Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Diponegoro/Dr. Kariadi General Hospital,
Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia
Abstract
Background Turner syndrome is a chromosomal disorder with incidence approximately 1:2000 live births.
Various comorbidities have been reported and need to be monitored regularly for further prevention.
Objective To describe a follow-up plan for neonatal with Turner syndrome Case A full-term neonate was
diagnosed with Turner syndrome based on clinical findings and 45, X karyotype. The baby was clinically
healthy with no feeding difficulty. Laboratory tests showed subclinical hypothyroid. Several screenings
were done with result of refer otoacoustic emissions (OAE) in both ears, normal renal ultrasound, mild
coarctation of the aorta and atrial septal defect from echocardiography. The baby was given levothyroxine
therapy and routine immunization. Short-term follow up was planned involving thyroid hormone evaluation
in two weeks after therapy, OAE at 3 months old, and evaluation of growth and blood pressure every visit.
Periodic echocardiography was scheduled to evaluate cardiac abnormalities. Long-term follow-up included
visual function, speech, cognitive and behavioral development, linear growth, and the presence of celiac
disease from 1 year of age. Thyroid hormone would be evaluated every 1-2 years or sooner if necessary.
After 5 years old, screening of musculoskeletal disorders and inflammatory bowel disease would be planned.
During adolescence, ovarian insufficiency, dental and bone disorders, and the possibility of diabetes and
hyperlipidemia would be evaluated. Conclusion Organ comorbidities should always be monitored from
neonates with Turner syndrome. A multidisciplinary approach and well-planned follow-up will improve
future quality of life in child with Turner syndrome.
Keywords: Turner syndrome; follow-up
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