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Stefanie Clinton Fotso Simo1, Kai Shiang Lin1, Inna Bukharovich2
1Internal Medicine, State University of New York Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, USA.
Abstract:
Thyroid storm and heart failure represent formidable challenges in clinical practice. Their coexistence, however, poses an even greater threat to the patient's well-being. To facilitate early recognition and appropriate management, an understanding of the complex interplay between these two conditions is crucial. Through comprehensive assessment, vigilant monitoring, and prompt intervention, outcomes can be improved and the morbidity and mortality mitigated. We present a rare case of a 40-year-old male who presented with severe de novo heart failure and a concurrent thyroid storm. Despite an initial left ventricular systolic ejection fraction of 20% and evidence of global dilatation and hypokinesis on echocardiography, appropriate management resulted in improved clinical status and ultimately recovery of cardiac function.
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