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ea0049ep1251 | Thyroid (non-cancer) | ECE2017

The challenge of diagnosing thyroid storm: a comparison of the Japanese Thyroid Association Criteria to de Burch Wartofsky Point Scale

Garcia Maria Laura , Szuman Gabriela , Scoscia Maria Florencia , Bacigaluppi Susana , Panebianco Maria Victoria , Rella Noelia

Thyroid storm (TS) is a rare and life threatening condition that requires a prompt recognition and treatment. The clinical features may overlap with other acute medical conditions. Currently both Akamizu Criteria (JTA) and Burch and Wartofsky Scale (BW) are helpful diagnostics tools.Objective: To evaluate TS patients according to currently available criteria and to identify the clinical features and outcomes.Methods: A single cente...
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