A Case of Thyroid Storm with Delayed Diagnosis in Old Aged Person with Parkinson's Disease
Journal of the Korean Geriatrics Society
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: 245-249, 2011.
Article
Dans Coréen
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| ID: wpr-82099
ABSTRACT
A thyroid storm is a potentially fatal complication of hyperthyroidism. Early diagnosis and treatment is essential for reducing morbidity and mortality. Older patients with hyperthyroidism tend to have fewer hypermetabolic signs and increased signs of weight loss, depression, lethargy, cardiac arrhythmia, and apathetic mood. Additionally, comorbid diseases and drug history can affect thyroid function and symptoms. Here, we report an older patient with a thyroid storm and accompanied features of Parkinson's disease. She presented with generalized weakness, delirium, and anxiety. Laboratory findings were consistent with hyperthyroidism. She became drowsy with no precipitating factors. High fever, meningism, and atrial fibrilation occurred with no obvious sources. Suspecting a diagnosis of a thyroid storm, she was treated with an antithyroid drug, Lugol's solution, hydrocortisone, and supportive management. After these treatments, her clinical condition recovered and the neurological signs resolved.
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Disponible
Indice:
WPRIM (Pacifique occidental)
Sujet Principal:
Anxiété
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Maladie de Parkinson
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Troubles du rythme cardiaque
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Glande thyroide
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Hydrocortisone
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Crise thyréotoxique
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Perte de poids
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Facteurs précipitants
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Délire avec confusion
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Diagnostic précoce
Type d'étude:
Etude diagnostique
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Étude de dépistage
Limites du sujet:
Adulte très âgé
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Humains
langue:
Coréen
Texte intégral:
Journal of the Korean Geriatrics Society
Année:
2011
Type:
Article
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