A Risk Prediction Index for Amiodarone-Induced Thyrotoxicosis in Adults with Congenital Heart Disease

A Risk Prediction Index for Amiodarone-Induced Thyrotoxicosis in Adults with Congenital Heart Disease

Amiodarone therapy in adults with congenital heart disease (CHD) is associated with a significant risk of amiodarone-induced thyrotoxicosis (AIT). We developed a risk index to identify those patients being considered for amiodarone treatment who are at high risk for AIT. We reviewed the health recor...

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Main Authors: Marius N. Stan, Erik P. Hess, Rebecca S. Bahn, Carole A. Warnes, Naser M. Ammash, Michael D. Brennan, Prabin Thapa, Victor M. Montori
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:Journal of Thyroid Research
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/210529

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/210529

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