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Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) is a transient illness characterized by muscle weakness
often associated with hypokalemia during thyrotoxic state. Hypokalemia is induced by …

Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) is a rare life-threatening condition most commonly seen
in individuals between the ages of 20-40 years. It is most prevalent in Hispanic and Asian …

Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) is a rare complication of hyperthyroidism, with recurrent
muscle paralysis and hypokalemia that are caused by an intracellular shift of potassium …

Objective: The objective of this study was to present a case series of thyrotoxic periodic
paralysis (TPP) in 8 males of Hispanic origin diagnosed at 1 hospital. Methods: This report …

Introduction: Periodic paralysis associated with hyperthyroidism and hypokalemia is an
uncommon disorder reported primarily in Asian males and rarely in children. We report three …

Although thyrotoxic periodic paralysis TPP) has been described primarily in Asian males, it
has also been reported in other ethnic groups [1±3]. We present a case of a 14-year-old …

Objective. Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP), a known condition in Asian men, is becoming
increasingly common in men from Western countries. Since suspicion for TPP as a …

Objective: Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) is a rare condition characterized by severe
muscle weakness and life-threatening hypokalemia in uncontrolled hyperthyroidism. Given …

Background Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis is a rare complication of hyperthyroidism and is
associated with hypokalemia and muscle paralysis. This condition is most commonly seen in …