Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Thyroid storm in cats - signs and treatment options
By Ward, Cynthia R·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·2007·Department of Small Animal Medicine, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Feline thyroid storm.
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
Thyroid storm is a serious condition that happens when there are dangerously high levels of thyroid hormone in the body, and while it's well-known in people, it hasn't been officially recognized in cats until now. This condition can be life-threatening and is important for pet owners to understand, especially if their cat has hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid). The article explains the symptoms to look out for and the treatments that can help manage this syndrome in cats. Overall, it highlights the need for awareness and proper care for cats that might be affected.
Abstract
Thyroid storm is a syndrome described in human medicine to define a multisystemic disorder resulting from organ exposure to excessive levels of thyroid hormone. This form of acute thyrotoxicosis, although uncommon, can be life threatening and is a significant cause of mortality in human emergency rooms. Although thyroid storm is a well-recognized clinical entity in human medicine, it has not been described in veterinary medicine. This article discusses the human syndrome and defines a similar syndrome in hyperthyroid veterinary patients. The clinical signs of and treatment modalities for feline thyroid storm are also presented.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17619009/