Neonatal Hyperthyroidism Due to TSHR p.Thr632Ile Variant With a Suggestive Familial Pattern
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Background/Objective Congenital nonimmune hyperthyroidism due to activating mutations in the thyroid-stimulating hormone receptor (TSHR) is rare and often presents diagnostic and management challenges. We report a case of the TSHR p.Thr632Ile variant, with a maternal clinical history highly suggestive of the same underlying disorder, highlighting diagnostic challenges and clinical variability associated with this mutation. Case Report A 2-month-old female presented with severe thyrotoxicosis, feeding intolerance, tachycardia, and failure to thrive. Thyroid receptor antibodies (TRAb) were negative, and genetic testing confirmed a heterozygous pathogenic TSHR p.Thr632Ile variant. Her mother had a history of profound infantile hyperthyroidism, early thyroidectomy with regrowth, and recurrence during adolescence requiring radioactive iodine, features consistent with an activating TSHR mutation. Both the mother and infant demonstrated neurodevelopmental delays. Discussion This report provides detailed phenotyping of a TSHR p.Thr632Ile variant, demonstrating persistent severe disease activity, partial resistance to medical therapy, requirement for definitive intervention, and neurodevelopmental impact. Conclusion Activating TSHR mutations should be considered in infants with persistent hyperthyroidism. Early genetic diagnosis guides management decisions and genetic counseling.
Source: AACE Endocrinology and Diabetes
Institution: University of Alabama at Birmingham
Language: English
Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W7165056179