Case Report

A thyroid-related endocrine emergency in pregnancy

Published in: Journal of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes of South Africa
Volume 14 , issue 2 , 2009 , pages: 99–101

DOI: 10.1080/22201009.2009.10872201

Author(s): EF Delport Steve Biko Academic Hospital,

Keywords: thyroid storm , pregnancy' endocrine emergency

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Abstract

A 28-year-old woman presented with a thyroid storm while pregnant. Thyroid storm in pregnancy is a rare, life threatening endocrinological emergency. The diagnosis and management can be challenging. Even with early aggressive therapy the maternal mortality is still high and adverse effects on the pregnancy and fetus are common.

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