Goiter, iodine bioavailability and intrauterine growth restriction in Indigenous and Afro-descendant pregnant women from six non-metropolitan areas of Colombia (2019-2020)
Introduction: Iodine is an essential mineral for fetal growth and brain development.The aim of this research was to evaluate goiter, iodine deficiency and intrauterine growth restriction in pregnant women of minority ethnic groups in Colombia.Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed in six non-metropolitan areas of Colombia.Results: A total o