Abstract
Amiodarone causes thyrotoxicosis in 3% of US patients who use it. Two types of amiodarone-induced thyrotoxicosis are recognized, designated type 1 and type 2, based on whether or not the patient had a preexisting thyroid disorder. Distinguishing between the two can be difficult, but it is important for providing appropriate therapy promptly.
MeSH terms
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Amiodarone / adverse effects*
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Amiodarone / chemistry
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Anti-Arrhythmia Agents / adverse effects*
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Antithyroid Agents / therapeutic use
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Humans
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Iodine / adverse effects
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Practice Guidelines as Topic
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Thyroidectomy
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Thyrotoxicosis / chemically induced*
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Thyrotoxicosis / diagnosis
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Thyrotoxicosis / therapy
Substances
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Anti-Arrhythmia Agents
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Antithyroid Agents
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Iodine
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Amiodarone