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T3 toxicosis in children.

P C Harland, R G McArthur, D M Fawcett

    Acta Paediatrica Scandinavica
    |July 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Triiodothyronine (T3) toxicity is rare in children. Two girls with hyperthyroidism showed elevated T3 levels despite normal thyroxine (T4), responding well to propylthiouracil treatment.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Endocrinology
    • Thyroid Disorders
    • Clinical Medicine

    Background:

    • Triiodothyronine (T3) toxicity is a recognized endocrine disorder primarily documented in adults.
    • Pediatric cases of T3 toxicity are infrequently reported, making diagnosis and management challenging in younger populations.

    Observation:

    • Two pediatric patients presented with firm goiters and overt hyperthyroidism.
    • Serum analysis revealed normal total thyroxine (T4) levels but elevated total triiodothyronine (T3) levels in both patients.
    • One patient was diagnosed with Graves' disease, while the other had Hashimoto's disease, an unusual association with T3 toxicity.

    Findings:

    • Both patients demonstrated a positive response to propylthiouracil therapy, indicating effective management of their hyperthyroid state.

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  • The findings highlight the potential for T3 toxicity to manifest in children with specific thyroid conditions.

    • Implications:

    • These cases underscore the importance of considering T3 toxicity in the differential diagnosis of pediatric hyperthyroidism, especially when T4 levels are discordant.
    • Further research into the mechanisms of preferential T3 secretion in thyrotoxicosis, potentially involving iodine metabolism, is warranted for improved understanding and treatment strategies.