Plasmapheresis in the treatment of hyperthyroidism associated with agranulocytosis: A case report.
Plasmapheresis, also known as therapeutic plasma exchange, is used in the treatment of several disorders. Temporary improvement after plasmapheresis in cases with thyrotoxicosis has been reported. A 55-year-old woman presented with agranulocytosis induced by propylthiouracil and clinical signs of heart failure. Three sessions of plasmapheresis were performed. We observed an improvement of thyroid hormone levels and clinical findings as well. Plasmapheresis can be an option when drug treatment of thyrotoxicosis fails.
Guvenc
Birol
B
Division of Hematology, Cukurova University, Faculty of Medicine, Adana, Turkey. bguvenc@cu.edu.tr
Unsal
Cagatay
C
Gurkan
Emel
E
Dincer
Süleyman
S
D000380:Agranulocytosis / Q000139:chemically induced*; D013956:Antithyroid Agents / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006980:Hyperthyroidism / Q000628:therapy*; D008875:Middle Aged; D010956:Plasmapheresis; D011441:Propylthiouracil / Q000009:adverse effects*
D013956:Antithyroid Agents; D011441:Propylthiouracil