Life-Threatening Thyrotoxicosis: Thyroid Storm

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Thyroid storm is a dreaded, fortunately rare complication of a very common disorder. Most cases of thyroid storm occur following a precipitating event or intercurrent illness. Effective management is predicated upon a prompt recognition of impending thyroid storm that is, in turn, dependent upon a thorough knowledge of both the typical and atypical presentations of this disorder. An unwavering commitment to an aggressive, multifaceted therapeutic intervention as outlined in this article is critical to the attainment of a satisfactory outcome.

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