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[Hypokalaemic paralysis disclosing hyperthyroidism].

O Eve1, J-L Soubirou, L Crevon

  • 1Département urgence anesthésie et réanimation, hôpital d'instruction des Armées Desgenettes, 108, boulevard Pinel, 69275 Lyon cedex 03, France. o.eve@netcourrier.com

Annales Francaises D'Anesthesie Et De Reanimation
|August 25, 2004
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Thyrotoxic hypokalemic paralysis, a rare condition, can cause severe low potassium (hypokalemia) leading to paralysis. Prompt potassium treatment and management of the underlying thyroid disease led to full recovery.

Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Thyrotoxic hypokalemic paralysis is a rare but serious complication of hyperthyroidism.
  • It presents as episodes of muscle weakness or paralysis due to low serum potassium levels.

Observation:

  • A 34-year-old man presented with quadriplegia caused by severe hypokalemia.
  • Diagnostic tests revealed Graves' disease (Basedow disease), confirming thyrotoxic paralysis.

Findings:

  • Intravenous potassium administration resulted in complete recovery from paralysis.
  • The patient was subsequently treated with antithyroid drugs and propranolol for the underlying Graves' disease.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering thyrotoxic hypokalemic paralysis in patients with unexplained hypokalemia and paralysis.

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  • Early diagnosis and appropriate management, including potassium repletion and treatment of hyperthyroidism, are crucial for favorable outcomes.