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Coma and thyrotoxicosis.

J Newcomer, W Haire, C R Hartman

    Annals of Neurology
    |December 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Graves' disease can cause coma and corticospinal tract issues. Effective treatment reversed these severe neurological symptoms by lowering thyroid hormone levels.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Endocrinology

    Background:

    • Graves' disease is an autoimmune disorder causing hyperthyroidism.
    • Thyrotoxicosis can lead to severe neurological complications.

    Observation:

    • A patient with Graves' disease presented with coma and corticospinal tract disease.
    • Thyroid hormone levels were significantly elevated (Thyroxine 28.8 µg/dL, Triiodothyronine 332 ng/dL).

    Findings:

    • Treatment with medication and plasmapheresis reduced thyroid hormone levels.
    • Thyroxine decreased to 10.0 µg/dL and Triiodothyronine to 150 ng/dL.
    • Clinical improvement included mental status recovery and resolution of neurological deficits.

    Implications:

    • Corticospinal tract disease in this context appears reversible with appropriate treatment.
  • This case supports the link between severe thyrotoxicosis and reversible neurological dysfunction.
  • Highlights the importance of managing hyperthyroidism to prevent or reverse neurological complications.