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Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis: a case study and review of the literature

Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives, 2017
Acute hypokalemic paralysis is a rare cause of acute weakness. Morbidity and mortality associated with unrecognized disease can occur and include respiratory failure and possibly death.
Marcelle Meseeha, Behnaz Parsamehr, Kerri Kissell, Maximos Attia   +3 more
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Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis in a Young Woman With Mast Cell Activation Syndrome: A Case Report of an Atypical Presentation Associated With an Ultra‐Rare CACNA1S Variant

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Hypokalemic periodic paralysis (hKPP) is a rare neuromuscular channelopathy characterized by transient episodes of muscle weakness or paralysis associated with low serum potassium levels. It has been most commonly linked to autosomal dominant mutations in ion channel genes, specifically CACNA1S and SCN4A, which impair skeletal muscle ...
Ali Moradi, Yasmin Aboutaleb, Saba Noreen, Abdullah Sahyouni, Hasin Sharma, Olugbenga Oyesanmi, Ian M. Kahane, Yizhi Lin, Hakan R. Toka   +8 more
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Code pseudo stroke – a case of hypokalaemic periodic paralysis mimicking stroke

European Journal of Case Reports in Internal Medicine, 2023
We present a case of thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) presenting with stroke symptoms as a harbinger of Grave’s disease. A 61-year-old female presented with symptoms of abdominal pain and fatigue two weeks prior to admission and reported acute ...
Rami Al-Handola, Dominic Awuah, Aram Minasian   +2 more
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Abdominal Hysterectomy Under Thoracic Epidural Anesthesia for Complete Molar Pregnancy in a Patient With Atypical Preeclampsia and Hyperthyroidism in a Resource‐Limited Setting: Case Report and Literature Review

Case Reports in Anesthesiology, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
Background Hydatidiform mole is a rare gynecological disease arising from trophoblastic tissue. There is no standard anesthetic management for patients undergoing major abdominal surgery; the decision may be based on preoperative patient status, the presence of coexisting illnesses, the risk of aspiration, and the availability of advanced equipment ...
Mesay Milkias, Semagn Mekonnen, Fikru Milkiyas, Mebratu Kebede, Nigatu Tilahun, Srijoni Sengupta   +5 more
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Atrial Arrhythmia: A Rare Presentation of Thyrotoxic Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis

Indian Journal of Clinical Cardiology
Thyrotoxic hypokalemic periodic paralysis is a rare but life-threatening complication of hyperthyroidism characterized by hyperthyroidism, hypokalemia, and transient episodes of acute proximal muscle weakness. Incidence of thyrotoxic hypokalemic periodic
Rakesh Chowdary Kotaru, Suresh Kumar Paidi   +1 more
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Acute Flaccid Quadriparesis: An Uncommon Presentation of Common Disease

Indian Journal of Medical Specialities, 2022
Acute flaccid quadriparesis is a common presentation to the emergency department with multiple etiologies such as paralytic snakebite, Guillain–Barre Syndrome, and periodic paralysis.
Vishal Chandra Sharma, B. Nandakrishna, Sudha Vidyasagar, Muralidhar Varma   +3 more
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Recurrent Ventricular Fibrillation Associated With Graves′ Disease: A Case Report

Case Reports in Cardiology, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
Although tachyarrhythmias are associated with thyrotoxicosis, the association with ventricular fibrillation is unknown. This case reports a recurrent ventricular fibrillation with Graves′ disease that was successfully treated with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator. A 33‐year‐old woman presented with ventricular fibrillation cardiac arrest.
In Tae Moon, Sihun Kim, Sung Hun Park, You-Jeong Ki, Jung Yeon Chin, Satabdi Datta Choudhury   +5 more
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“Hashitoxicosis” and possible acquired Gitelman syndrome: dual pathology leading to a catastrophic hypokalemic periodic paralysis

Asian Journal of Internal Medicine
Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) is more commonly seen in Graves’ disease. But TPP can occur in any condition leading to a hyperthyroid state. It’s important to identify the underlying aetiology of the thyrotoxic state as the management differs with ...
M. S. N. Padmasiri, W. D. A. Patirana, N. Sivalingham, B. Rathypriya, P. T. D. Harischandra   +4 more
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Hypokalemic Quadriparesis as the Initial Presentation of Primary Sjögren's Syndrome With Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis: A Case Report

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 13, Issue 12, December 2025.
ABSTRACT Primary Sjögren's syndrome (PSS) typically presents with sicca symptoms, while renal involvement, such as distal renal tubular acidosis (dRTA), is less common. Hypokalemic paralysis as the initial manifestation of PSS is rare. We report a 52‐year‐old woman who presented with acute flaccid quadriparesis due to severe hypokalemia and normal ...
Sagun Baral, Sushmita Bhattarai, Ajaya Raj Gautam, Prabesh Raghubanshi, Krishna Kc   +4 more
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Hyperthyroid Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis in a Nepali Male; A Case Report

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 13, Issue 10, October 2025.
ABSTRACT Hyperthyroid Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis (HHPP), marked by acute weakness and hypokalemia. Prompt potassium replacement and hyperthyroidism management are essential to prevent life‐threatening outcomes. This case highlights its presentation in a Nepali male, reinforcing the need for high clinical suspicion.
Ashish Tamang, Prakash Sapkota, Sankalpa Humagain, Kemisha Dhakal, Chhavi Sachdeva, Deshant Shah, Prakriti Lamsal   +6 more
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