Thyroid storm and COVID-19 with a need for plasmapheresis

Abstract

Thyroid storm is a life-threatening exacerbation of thyrotoxicosis. It is characterized by tachycardia, hyperthermia, an altered state of consciousness and dysfunction of other organs. It is a clinical emergency; without early recognition and treatment it may be fatal. Since the pandemic began, SARS-CoV-2 infection has triggered endocrine emergencies like diabetic ketoacidosis and thyrotoxicosis. We present the case of a patient with COVID-19 and thyroid storm, who, to our knowledge, is the first patient to have this combination of illnesses, and who required treatment with plasmapheresis.