Reversible atrioventricular blocks in thyroid storm
Atri, S.K.; Chugh, S.N.; Goya, S.; Chugh, K.
Journal of the Association of Physicians of India 59: 178-179
2011
ISSN/ISBN: 0004-5772 PMID: 21751631 Document Number: 649111
Atrioventricular blocks or sinoatrial blocks are rarely described in patients with thyrotoxicosis or thyroid storm. The mechanism of these blocks remains obscure. Thyroid storm, being an emergency situation requires early diagnosis and management because if left untreated, it may prove fatal. Usually patients with AV blocks require pacing (temporary or permanent). Here we describe a case who developed AV blocks, did not undergo pacing, but recovered only on antithyroid treatment.