Abstract:Introduction:
Myxedema Coma is a rare life threatening condition with a high mortality rate ranging from 25-60%. It results from longstanding, poorly controlled or undiagnosed hypothyroidism triggered by different precipitating factors including infections, cerebrovascular disease, myocardial infarction, and trauma or drug therapy. Hypothyroidism has a clear influence on atherosclerotic risk factors which may lead to cerebrovascular disease; however there is insufficient evidence to prove the relati… Show more
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