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[Hyperthyroidism and heart].

M Weissel1

  • 1Medizinische Universitätsklinik III, Wien, Osterreich. Michael.Weissel@akh-wien.ac.at

Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift
|April 11, 2001
PubMed
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Thyroid hormone excess impacts the heart, causing issues like tachycardia and atrial fibrillation, which often resolve with treatment. While cardiac output increases, heart failure can occur under stress, and links to dilated cardiomyopathy remain debated.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Endocrinology
  • Thyroidology

Context:

  • Thyroid hormone excess (thyrotoxicosis) significantly affects cardiovascular function.
  • Understanding these effects is crucial for managing patients with thyroid disorders.

Purpose:

  • This review synthesizes the clinically relevant cardiac manifestations of thyroid hormone excess.
  • It aims to clarify the pathophysiology, diagnostic challenges, and therapeutic considerations.

Summary:

  • Thyrotoxicosis leads to tachycardia and atrial fibrillation, usually reversible upon achieving euthyroidism.
  • Increased contractility raises cardiac output, but can precipitate cardiac failure during stress.
  • Myocardial hypertrophy, dilated cardiomyopathy in Graves' disease, and mitral valve prolapse are discussed, with debated etiologies.

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    • Impact:

    • Provides a comprehensive overview of cardiac complications in hyperthyroidism.
    • Highlights areas of ongoing research, such as the link between Graves' disease and cardiomyopathy.
    • Informs clinical practice regarding the management of cardiovascular issues in thyroid disorders.