Parada respiratoria secundaria a bocio multinodular
- Ríos Prego, M. 1
- Fernández Catalina, P. 1
- Fernández González, A. 1
- Martínez Melgar, JL 1
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Complexo Hospitalario Universitario de Pontevedra
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ISSN: 0304-4866, 1989-3922
Year of publication: 2016
Volume: 77
Issue: 1
Pages: 17-18
Type: Article
More publications in: Galicia Clínica
Abstract
The extension of a thyroid goiter can cause compression of several mediastinal structures including the trachea. Tracheal compression may rarely lead to respiratory compromise, and exceptionally acute respiratory failure. We report the case of a 77 years old woman who had progressive worsening in her respiratory status within hours and required tracheal intubation and respiratory support. Physical examination and computed tomography were decisive for the diagnosis and the treatment was total thyroidectomy.