Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Resistant thyrotoxicosis is condition in which patients fail to respond to maximal doses of antithyroid drugs. Definitive treatment is radioactive ablation and operative treatment. However, achievement of euthyroid status before definitive treatment is important in patients with underlying cardiovascular disorder in whom thyroid crises can be detrimental.Case report: We describe a case of resistant thyrotoxicosis and right heart failure. A ...