Goiter prevalence in Kermanshahian primary school children, 9 years after Iodine salt consumption (2001)

Abstract

Background & Objectives: Iodine Deficiency Disorder (IDD) is the most common endocrine disorder in the world. It is estimated that about 1.5 billion people are in iodine deficiency state. Many studies have shown the high prevalence of endemic goiter and iodine deficiency in Iran. For control of this health problem salt iodinization is the best accepted strategy in the world.