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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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Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis: A Case Report and Discussion of Clinical and Imaging Features [PDF]

, 2022
Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis (TPP) is a rare manifestation of thyrotoxicosis, resulting in periodic episodes of acute onset muscle weakness in the setting of hypokalemia.
Germaine, Pauline, Patel, Kishan, Quevada, Kristian   +2 more
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Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis

Electronic Journal of General Medicine, 2004
Tuberous sclerosis complex is a neurocutaneous and autosomal dominant disease characterized by multiple hamartomas in multiple viscera. It results from spontaneous mutation. The genetic anomaly is usually linked to the 9th chromosome. It may be accompanied by early childhood seizures, multiple brain tumors, skin lesions, angiomyolipomas in the ...
Mustafa Aldemir, Cahfer Güloğlu, Ozan Balakan, Ali Süner, Ziya Kaya   +4 more
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When Potassium Takes a Break: A Case Series of 3 Cases on Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 13, Issue 5, May 2025.
ABSTRACT This case series highlights three SHPP cases with varied triggers, managed with potassium supplementation and targeted treatments. Early diagnosis, individualized care, and patient education proved vital in preventing recurrence and complications, emphasizing the need for clinical vigilance and tailored approaches in HPP management.
Yuvraj Kaushal, Abhijeet Kaur, Pranav Goyal, Mohammed Abdul Mateen, Jobby John, Yogesh Tekuru, Hamza A. Orfali   +6 more
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Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis: A Rare Case

Mìžnarodnij Endokrinologìčnij Žurnal, 2020
Hypokalemic periodic paralysis is a rare hereditary disease characterized by recurrent muscle strength loss.It is a reversibl disease that is clinical presentation with tiredness and paralysis that develops over hours and days.There are precipitative ...
Deniz İncaman, Musa Salmanoğlu, Ömür Tabak, Abdulbaki Kumbasar   +3 more
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Insight in Genome-Wide Association of Metabolite Quantitative Traits by Exome Sequence Analyses [PDF]

, 2015
Metabolite quantitative traits carry great promise for epidemiological studies, and their genetic background has been addressed using Genome-Wide Association Studies (GWAS).
Amin, N. (Najaf), Deelder, A.M. (André), Demirkan, A. (Ayşe), Dharuri, H. (Harish), Duijn, C.M. (Cornelia) van, Goraler, S. (Sibel), Henneman, P. (Peter), Hoen, P.A.C. (Peter) 't, Karssen, L.C. (Lennart), Klinken, J.B. (Jan Bert) van, Maagdenberg, A.M.J.M. (Arn), Meissner, A. (Axel), Stam, A.H. (Anine), Verhoeven, A. (Aswin), Willems van Dijk, J.A.P. (Ko)   +14 more
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Thyroid Disorders [PDF]

, 2021
The thyroid disorders are one of the most common and exciting areas of endocrinology. Hypothyroidism, multinodular goiter, hyperthyroidism and thyroid cancer are only few of the several implications that the thyroid disorders have in health.

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Hypokalemic Paralysis Is Not Always Periodic: A Case Series

Case Reports in Medicine, Volume 2025, Issue 1, 2025.
Potassium is vital for cellular function, particularly in excitable tissues like nerves and muscles, which rely on potassium gradients to function normally. Hypokalemia can lead to severe issues such as muscle weakness and irregular heart rhythms. This case series presents four instances of hypokalemic paralysis, a neuromuscular condition that can be ...
Mohak Jain, Gaurav Mehta, Ajay Parmar, Minal Shastri, Sahaj Patel, Vidhi Gandhi, Shifa Karatela, Apurva Patel, Poulami Jha   +8 more
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Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis with Hypokalemia in an Adult Male from Nepal: A Case Report

Journal of Nepal Medical Association, 2019
Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis is rare complication of hyperthyroidism characterized by the sudden onset of hypokalemia and muscle paralysis. It is typically present in young Asian males.
Sabina Khadka, Indu K.C., Rabindra Jang Rayamajhi, Pravakar Dawadi, Pravash Budhathoki   +4 more
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Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis after urethral dilatation

Avicenna Journal of Medicine, 2020
Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) is a rare and serious manifestation of thyrotoxicosis that causes flaccid paralysis. In severe cases, it can be life-threatening due to respiratory failure and cardiac arrhythmias.
Moayyad Alziadat, Mourad Ismail
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