Thyroid Function and Serum Calcium Level in Children with Nephrotic Syndrome Attending a Tertiary Care Hospital in Kolkata, India: A Cross-sectional Study
Introduction: Nephrotic Syndrome (NS) in children is a common renal disorder characterised by massive proteinuria, hypoalbuminaemia, and oedema. However, loss of thyroidbinding proteins and vitamin D metabolites in the urine may disrupt thyroid and calcium homeostasis. Aim: To evaluate thyroid function and serum calci...