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

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.

• Authors: Mamta Shah, Rahul Mutneja, Dhwanil Vyas, Ruchir Trivedi, Nicole Silverstein
• Journal: Connecticut medicine (Conn Med) Vol. 77 Issue 8 Pg. 487-9 (Sep 2013) ISSN: 0010-6178 [Print] United States
• PMID: 24156178 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article, Review)

Chemical References

• Thyroid Hormones
• Thyrotropin

Topics

• Adult
• Humans
• Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis (diagnosis, metabolism)
• Male
• Thyroid Hormones (metabolism)
• Thyrotoxicosis (etiology)
• Thyrotropin (metabolism)