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[Arrhythmogenic implications of non-iatrogenic thyroid dysfunction].

G Inama1, F Furlanello, F Fiorentini

  • 1Ospedale S. Chiara, Trento.

Giornale Italiano Di Cardiologia
|April 1, 1989
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Thyroid dysfunction is common in cardiac arrhythmia patients, particularly with atrial fibrillation and tachycardia. Treating thyroid issues can resolve or ease arrhythmia management, highlighting the need for systematic thyroid screening.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Endocrinology
  • Internal Medicine

Context:

  • Cardiac arrhythmias are common, with thyroid dysfunction being a potential contributing factor.
  • A significant percentage of patients with cardiac arrhythmias exhibit thyroid pathology, both iatrogenic and primary.
  • Thyroid disorders, including hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, are associated with specific types of heart rhythm abnormalities.

Purpose:

  • To investigate the prevalence of thyroid dysfunction in patients with hyperkinetic and hypokinetic arrhythmias.
  • To determine the relationship between specific thyroid pathologies (hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism) and different types of cardiac arrhythmias.
  • To assess the impact of thyroid dysfunction management on arrhythmia control.

Summary:

  • A study of 2465 cardiac arrhythmia patients found 3.8% had thyroid pathology, with 55.4% being primary and 44.6% amiodarone-induced.

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  • Hyperthyroidism was prevalent in atrial fibrillation (70%) and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (11.5%), while hypothyroidism was linked to hyperkinetic ventricular arrhythmias (25%).
  • Managing thyroid dysfunction led to the absence of arrhythmic episodes in 40% of cases, simplifying management in others.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the necessity of systematic thyroid dysfunction screening in cardiac arrhythmia patients, particularly women with atrial fibrillation or paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia.
    • Emphasizes the importance of addressing hyperthyroidism for effective long-term control of hyperkinetic arrhythmias.
    • Suggests improved arrhythmia management through integrated cardiac and endocrine care.