Periodic paralyses (PPs) are rare neuromuscular disorders caused by mutations in skeletal
muscle sodium, calcium, and potassium channel genes. PPs include hypokalemic paralysis …

Context: The aim of this article was to review the clinical presentation, pathogenesis, and
management of thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP). Evidence Acquisition: A MEDLINE …

Potassium (K+) ions are the predominant intracellular cations. K+ homeostasis depends on
external balance (dietary intake [typically 100 mmol per day] versus excretion [95% via the …

The pathogenesis of thyrotoxic periodic paralysis has long been thought related to
increased Na+–K+ ATPase activity stimulated by thyroid hormone and/or hyperadrenergic …

Thyroid dysfunctions such as hypothyroidism, thyrotoxicosis and thyroid nodules may
develop during pregnancy leading to abortion, placental abruptions, preeclampsia, preterm …

Extracellular potassium makes up only about 2% of the total body's potassium store. The
majority of the body potassium is distributed in the intracellular space, of which about 80% is …

Background A comprehensive analysis has not been performed on patients with thyrotoxic
periodic paralysis (TPP) characterized by acute hypokalemia and paralysis in the setting of …

Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) is an unusual complication of hyperthyroidism that
frequently presents in a dramatic fashion, necessitating treatment in an emergency …

Context Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) characterized by acute weakness, hypokalemia,
and hyperthyroidism is a medical emergency with a great challenge in early diagnosis since …

Thyrotoxicosis can lead to thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP), an endocrine channelopathy,
and is the most common cause of acquired periodic paralysis. Typically, paralytic attacks …