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Publication Type : Journal Article
Publisher : Indian Journal of Practical Pediatrics
Source : Indian Journal of Practical Pediatrics, 2021:23(2):115-116.
Url : https://www.ijpp.in/Files/2021/ver2/16.Myxedema-coma-in-a-child.pdf
Campus : Kochi
School : School of Medicine
Year : 2021
Abstract : Myxedema coma is a rare condition characterised by severe hypothyroidism leading to depressed mental status, hypothermia and multiorgan dysfunction as a result of reduced circulating levels of thyroid hormones. We present here a boy with Down syndrome who was admitted with progressive lethargy, hypotension, and hypothermia who was diagnosed to have myxedema coma and managed appropriately. Treatment includes ICU care, replacement with thyroxine, intravenous steroids and supportive measures. Worldwide there are only very few case reports of children with Down syndrome presenting as myxedema coma. The condition requires a high index of suspicion, prompt diagnosis and treatment, as it is potentially life threatening
Cite this Research Publication : Suchitra Sivadas, Gayatri Sajeevan, SajithaS, Jayakumar C, Nisha Bhavani, "Myxedema Coma in a child with Downs Syndrome," Indian Journal of Practical Pediatrics, 2021:23(2):115-116.