Endocrine Abstracts

Hypothyroidism is a recognised late complication of radiotherapy to the neck. However, radiation-induced thyrotoxicosis is not generally considered, and may not be diagnosed. We report a case of transient thyrotoxicosis following radiotherapy to the neck. A 71-year-old man with supraglottic squamous cell carcinoma was treated with 65Gy radiotherapy, delivered by volumetric arc therapy in 38 fractions. During radiotherapy he became confused. Three days af...

Introduction: Hypocalcaemia is a frequent complication after thyroid and parathyroid surgery. We report a case of tetany occurred in a patient with normal serum levels of calcium, magnesium and phosphate after parathyroidectomy for hyperparathyroidism.Case History: 55 year old Caucasian male was referred by general physician with three month history of fatigue, loss of appetite, intermittent constipation and abdominal pain. Systemic examination unremarka...