A rare presentation of hypothyreosis complicated by rhabdomyolysis and acute renal injury

Radmila Milosheska; Ivana Mickovski; Ilievska Daniela Buklioska

doi:10.1530/endoabs.110.EP1622

EP1622

Prev Next

Section Contents Cite

Endocrine Abstracts (2025) 110 EP1622 | DOI: 10.1530/endoabs.110.EP1622

ECEESPE2025 ePoster Presentations Thyroid (198 abstracts)

A rare presentation of hypothyreosis complicated by rhabdomyolysis and acute renal injury

Radmila Milosheska ¹ , Ivana Mickovski ² & Daniela Buklioska Ilievska ³

Author affiliations

¹General City hospital "8th September", Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolic diseases, Skopje, Macedonia; ²General City Hospital "8th September", Faculty of Medical Sciences, Goce Delcev University, Stip, R. N. Mcedonia, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases, Skopje, Macedonia; ³General City Hospital "8th September", Faculty of Medical Sciences, Goce Delcev University, Stip, R. N. Mcedonia, Pulmonology and Alergology, Skopje, Macedonia

JOINT748

Hypothyroidism is a common endocrine disorder characterized by the impaired function of the thyroid gland and reduced production of thyroid hormones. The clinical manifestations of hypothyroidism can vary significantly, ranging from asymptomatic presentations to those that are life-threatening. We present a unique case of acute renal failure attributed to rhabdomyolysis in conjunction with a severe form of hypothyroidism. Remarkably, the patient’s condition improved completely following the administration of levothyroxine, resulting in the induction of a euthyroid state. This case underscores the importance of evaluating thyroid function in patients presenting with acute kidney failure, as it may play a critical role in clinical decision-making and management.