Abstract
This review presents current knowledge about the thyroid emergencies known as myxedema coma and thyrotoxic storm. Understanding the pathogenesis of these conditions, appropriate recognition of the clinical signs and symptoms, and their prompt and accurate diagnosis and treatment are crucial in optimizing survival.
Copyright © 2012 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
MeSH terms
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Adrenergic beta-Antagonists / therapeutic use
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Antithyroid Agents / therapeutic use
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Coma / diagnosis*
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Coma / drug therapy*
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Coma / etiology
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Emergencies
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Humans
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Iodides / therapeutic use
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Myxedema / complications
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Myxedema / diagnosis*
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Myxedema / therapy*
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Thyroid Crisis / complications
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Thyroid Crisis / diagnosis*
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Thyroid Crisis / drug therapy*
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Thyroid Crisis / therapy
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Thyroid Function Tests
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Thyroid Gland / physiopathology
Substances
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Adrenergic beta-Antagonists
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Antithyroid Agents
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Iodides