We present a case of marked fetal sinus bradycardia as the sole presenting sign of congenital combined pituitary hormone deficiencies. Fetal sinus bradycardia < 120 beats/min was detected at 36 weeks of gestation during an otherwise uncomplicated pregnancy. Sinus bradycardia persisted after birth, and congenital hypothyroidism and growth hormone deficiencies were subsequently identified. Normal sinus rhythm was rapidly restored with hormone supplementation. Hypothyroidism and growth hormone deficiency should be considered in the differential diagnosis of unexplained perinatal sinus bradycardia because early diagnosis may help to avoid potential complications (ie, mental retardation, severe hypoglycemia, and growth anomaly).
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