Pituitary thyrotoxicosis presenting as abnormal thyroid function testing during pregnancy: a case report
Abstract Background Central hyperthyroidism is a rare form of hyperthyroidism caused by thyrotrope pituitary adenomas. It is characterized by elevated thyroid-stimulating hormone alongside high thyroxine and triiodothyronine. Goiter is the most common symptom of central hyperthyroidism. Surgical res...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-04-01
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| Series: | Journal of Medical Case Reports |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-021-02734-4 |