Background Iodine is the key element for thyroid hormone synthesis, and its deficiency, even
moderate, is harmful in pregnancy, when needs are increased, because of its potential …

Background: Iodine sufficiency is particularly necessary throughout pregnancy, given its
recognized impact on psychomotor performance of the offspring. There are no recent reports …

Objective: The intake of adequate amounts of iodine during pregnancy is essential for the
neurological development of the fetus. The aim of this study was to assess iodine nutrition …

Background Monitoring iodine status during pregnancy is essential to prevent iodine-related
disorders. The objectives of this study are to estimate iodine intake and excretion, to assess …

ObjectiveTo assess iodine status and its effects on maternal thyroid function throughout
pregnancy. DesignIn the present prospective cohort study, three urinary samples were …

Abstract Objective The World Health Organization, the United Nations Children's Fund, and
the International Council for the Control of Iodine Deficiency Disorders recommend a …

Background: Iodine deficiency during pregnancy may have adverse effects on the
neurodevelopment of the foetus. Recent studies of pregnant women in Asturias (Spain) …

Objectives A study was conducted on iodine status during pregnancy and its dependence
on dietary habits, racial and geographical origin, and time since arrival in Italy. Design and …

Background Sufficient iodine intake is needed during pregnancy to ensure proper fetal
development. The iodine levels of women in their first trimester of pregnancy in Catalonia …

OBJECTIVE: To prevent iodine deficiency disorders, the World Health Organization, United
Nations Children's Fund, and International Council for the Control of Iodine Deficiency …