Thyroid Storm

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Thyroid Storm

Thyroid storm is life-threatening decompensated hyperthyroidism (Burch-Wartofsky score ≥45). Mortality 10-30%. Precipitants: surgery, trauma, infection, iodine contrast. ICU admission required.

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