Thyrotoxic hypokalemic periodic paralysis: two case reports and a brief review of literature.

Mamta Shah, Rahul Mutneja, Dhwanil Vyas, Ruchir Trivedi, Nicole Silverstein

Journal: Connecticut medicine 2013;77(8):487-9

PMID: 24156178

Abstract

Thyrotoxic Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis (THPP) is a rare complication of thyrotoxicosis and can sometimes be fatal. It needs early recognition for proper management and prevention of recurrences. Here we describe two cases presenting with acute onset of paresis, low potassium levels, low levels of thyroid-stimulating hormones (TSH), and elevated thyroid hormone levels.

Address: University of Connecticut Health Center, Internal Medicine, USA.

MeSH Terms: Adult, Humans, Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis, Male, Thyroid Hormones, Thyrotoxicosis, Thyrotropin

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