Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
3236263 Clinical Pediatric Emergency Medicine 2009 6 Pages PDF
Abstract

Hyperthyroidism may present to physicians in the emergency department in a variety of ways. Using a case-based approach, this article provides a review of 3 such presentations, Graves disease, thyroid storm, and the accidental ingestion of thyroid hormone. Each case will offer a review of the evaluation and management of children with disorders of hyperthyroidism and specific recommendations pertaining to each case.

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