Atrial fibrillation associated with a thyroid stimulating hormone-secreting adenoma of the pituitary gland leading to a presentation of acute cardiac decompensation: a case report

Jyothis T George, Jonathan C Thow, Bruce Matthews, Maurice P Pye, Vijay Jayagopal

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Abstract

Hyperthyroidism is a well established cause of atrial fibrillation (AF). Thyroid Stimulating Hormone-secreting pituitary tumours are rare causes of pituitary hyperthyroidism. Whilst pituitary causes of hyperthyroidism are much less common than primary thyroid pathology, establishing a clear aetiology is critical in minimising complications and providing appropriate treatment. Measuring Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) alone to screen for hyperthyroidism may be insufficient to appropriately evaluate the thyroid status in such cases.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)67
JournalJournal of Medical Case Reports
Volume2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2008

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