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High-Output Heart Failure Caused by Thyrotoxicosis and Beriberi
1Sutter Medical Center, 2801 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95816, USA.
Critical Care Nursing Clinics of North America
|November 17, 2015
Summary
High-output heart failure, often caused by thyrotoxicosis or beriberi, requires specific recognition and management distinct from low-output failure. Prompt diagnosis and tailored medical and nursing care are essential for patient recovery.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Endocrinology
- Nutritional Science
Background:
- High-output heart failure (HOFH) is less common than low-output heart failure (LOHF).
- Standard treatment guidelines for LOHF may not be effective for HOFH.
- HOFH has distinct underlying etiologies requiring specialized approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the distinct characteristics of HOFH.
- To discuss common causes of HOFH, specifically thyrotoxicosis and beriberi.
- To outline appropriate medical and nursing management strategies for HOFH.
Main Methods:
- Review of medical literature on high-output heart failure.
- Focus on hemodynamic effects of thyrotoxicosis.
- Discussion of cardiovascular impact of thiamine deficiency (wet beriberi).
Main Results:
- Thyrotoxicosis, due to excess thyroid hormone, significantly impacts hemodynamics.
- Wet beriberi, a result of severe thiamine deficiency, primarily affects the cardiovascular system.
- Both conditions necessitate prompt recognition for effective treatment.
Conclusions:
- HOFH management differs from LOHF and requires specific diagnostic and therapeutic considerations.
- Thyrotoxicosis and wet beriberi are key treatable causes of HOFH.
- Integrated medical and nursing care is crucial for successful patient outcomes in HOFH.
Keywords:
BeriberiHigh-output heart failureShoshin beriberiThiamine deficiencyThionamidesThyrotoxicosisWet beriberiMore Related Videos
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