Thyroid storm presenting as multiple organ dysfunction syndrome

Citation
Yz. Jiang et al., Thyroid storm presenting as multiple organ dysfunction syndrome, CHEST, 118(3), 2000, pp. 877-879
Citations number
20
Categorie Soggetti
Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems","Cardiovascular & Hematology Research
Journal title
CHEST
ISSN journal
00123692 → ACNP
Volume
118
Issue
3
Year of publication
2000
Pages
877 - 879
Database
ISI
SICI code
0012-3692(200009)118:3<877:TSPAMO>2.0.ZU;2-V
Abstract
Thyroid storm is a rare disorder characterized by hypertension, hyperthermi a, and multiple systems involvement. Early recognition and treatment of thy roid storm are essential in reducing morbidity and mortality from this diso rder. We present the case of a patient with an atypical (normothermic, norm otensive) presentation of thyroid storm, accompanied by multiple organ dysf unction syndrome, including lactic acidosis and liver dysfunction, both of which are very rare complications. This case highlights both the multiple o rgan systems that can be involved in thyroid storm and the importance of re cognizing atypical presentations of thyroid storm.