Case report – Thyrotoxic crisis

Abstract

Thyrotoxic crisis (TC) or Thyroid Storm, is a rare disorder. It represents an acute, life-threatening hypermetabolic state that is precipitated by excessive and inappropriate secretion of circulating thyroid hormones in patients with a clinical history of hyperthyroidism. It should be noted that Graves' disease is the most common cause associated with thyrotoxic crisis. The article presents a case report of a patient who abandoned treatment and was affected by thyrotoxic crisis. The objective of this article is to highlight the importance of regular treatment, as well as admission with appropriate medications in the intensive care unit (ICU). This is a medical emergency, so clinical diagnosis and early treatment are associated with a reduction in mortality. Thus, specific thyroid therapy is important, as well as support in an ICU.