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Summary Hypothyroidism Complicated by Hypothyroid Coma
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The case study delves into the complex medical journey of a 68-year-old woman who was admitted to the hospital in an unconscious state. Her clinical presentation turned out to be a classic example of a common medical condition - hypothyroidism, but with an unusual and severe clinical manifestation ...

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Case Study: Hypothyroidism
Complicated by Hypothyroid
Coma
Pg 9-15



Author: Ramzi Ajjan, FRCP, MMed.Sci, PhD

Affiliation: Cardiovascular and Diabetes Research, University of Leeds, UK




Abstract: This case study discusses the presentation, diagnosis, and management of a 68-

year-old woman admitted to the hospital after being found unconscious. The case highlights

the challenge of diagnosing a common medical condition with rare and serious clinical

manifestations.

Introduction:

The case study delves into the complex medical journey of a 68-year-old woman who was

admitted to the hospital in an unconscious state. Her clinical presentation turned out to be a

classic example of a common medical condition - hypothyroidism, but with an unusual and

severe clinical manifestation known as hypothyroid coma. This case underscores the

importance of recognizing the diverse ways in which medical conditions can present and the

challenges that healthcare professionals face in making accurate diagnoses.

Keywords: Hypothyroidism, Hypothyroid coma

Clinical Presentation:

The patient's medical history was significant for mild chronic obstructive airway disease

(COAD) and osteoarthritis (OA), for which she took pain medications. She lived alone, had

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