| Literature DB >> 22443982 |
Joanna Klubo-Gwiezdzinska1, Leonard Wartofsky.
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This review presents current knowledge about the thyroid emergencies known as myxedema coma and thyrotoxic storm. Understanding the pathogenesis of these conditions, appropriate recognition of the clinical signs and symptoms, and their prompt and accurate diagnosis and treatment are crucial in optimizing survival. Copyright ÂEntities:
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Year: 2012 PMID: 22443982 DOI: 10.1016/j.mcna.2012.01.015
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Med Clin North Am ISSN: 0025-7125 Impact factor: 5.456