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Keywords
myxedema coma, endocrinologic emergencies, severe hypothyroidism myxedema coma precipitating factors, emergency medicine
Date of Presentation
5-6-2026 12:00 AM
Poster Abstract
Myxedema coma is an endocrinologic emergency that requires prompt recognition and treatment. It is described as severe hypothyroidism characterized by life-threatening slowing of metabolic processes, often occurring in the setting of precipitating factors such as trauma, infection, medications, or cold exposure. This case report presents a clinical case in which early suspicion of myxedema coma in an elderly female patient led to prompt treatment and life-saving measures.
Disciplines
Emergency Medicine | Endocrine System Diseases | Medicine and Health Sciences
Myxedema Coma: Recognizing a Silent but Potentially Fatal Emergency
Myxedema coma is an endocrinologic emergency that requires prompt recognition and treatment. It is described as severe hypothyroidism characterized by life-threatening slowing of metabolic processes, often occurring in the setting of precipitating factors such as trauma, infection, medications, or cold exposure. This case report presents a clinical case in which early suspicion of myxedema coma in an elderly female patient led to prompt treatment and life-saving measures.