Thyrotoxicosis and the cardiovascular system: subtle but serious effects

Cleve Clin J Med. 2003 Jan;70(1):57-63. doi: 10.3949/ccjm.70.1.57.

Abstract

Thyrotoxicosis is associated with increased cardiovascular morbidity and mortality, primarily due to heart failure and thromboembolism. However, its signs and symptoms may be subtle and can easily be missed. Therefore, one should suspect thyrotoxicosis in patients with palpitations, exercise intolerance, dyspnea on exertion, and other cardiovascular signs.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adrenergic beta-Antagonists / therapeutic use
  • Amiodarone / adverse effects
  • Antithyroid Agents / therapeutic use
  • Calcium Channel Blockers / therapeutic use
  • Cardiovascular Diseases / etiology*
  • Contrast Media / adverse effects
  • Humans
  • Thyrotoxicosis / complications*
  • Thyrotoxicosis / drug therapy
  • Thyrotoxicosis / etiology

Substances

  • Adrenergic beta-Antagonists
  • Antithyroid Agents
  • Calcium Channel Blockers
  • Contrast Media
  • Amiodarone