Hypothyroidism After Head-and-Neck Radiotherapy in Children and Adolescents: Preliminary Results of the “Registry for the Evaluation of Side Effects After Radiotherapy in Childhood and Adolescence” (RiSK)

Radiation-induced thyroid function impairment, including damage to the thyroid gland and/or hypophysis, can frequently be observed after radiotherapy in children. A structured follow-up examination is advised.