Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis: A Review of Cases in the Last Decade

ABSTRACT: Objective: Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) is a rare condition characterized by severe muscle weakness and life-threatening hypokalemia in uncontrolled hyperthyroidism. Given the life-threatening potential of this condition, it is important to better characterize its presentation, mana...

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Main Authors: Lauren Hayley Stieger Clarine, DO, Nadeen Hosein, MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2015-01-01
Series:AACE Clinical Case Reports
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2376060520302431