Electrocardiogram changes in thyrotoxic periodic paralysis

Electrocardiogram changes in Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis

Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) attacks are characterized as recurrent, transient episodes of muscle weakness that range from mild weakness to complete flaccid paralysis. Episodes of weakness are accompanied by hypokalemia, which left untreated can lead to life-threatening arrhythmias (6). In this case study, we followed a patient's potassium levels analyzing how they correlate with electro...

Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis.

Periodic flaccid paralysis of skeletal muscle occurring in a thyrotoxic patient, an unusual and dramatic event, is seen predominantly in Oriental men. It is important to remember the clinical association between periodic paralysis and thyrotoxicosis.

Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis.

Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis: Clinical Challenges

Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP), a disorder most commonly seen in Asian men, is characterized by abrupt onset of hypokalemia and paralysis. The condition primarily affects the lower extremities and is secondary to thyrotoxicosis. The underlying hyperthyroidism is often subtle causing difficulty in early diagnosis. Factors like high-carbohydrate meal exercise, steroid, and stress can precipi...

Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis in western countries.

LETTERS Do I need to be an endocrinologist to diagnose Cushing's disease? Around October 1999, while playing cricket after a long time, I fell down for no apparent reason. The same event happened a month later. Being mainly concerned about unexplained falls, I sought help from neurological colleagues. Two neurologists examined me and both reassured me: " your exam is normal and there is nothing...