Anthony P Weetman

Abstract

Endocrine emergencies are uncommon and require a high index of suspicion if they are to be managed appropriately. This is especially pertinent to physicians accepting emergency admissions to hospital. Treatment needs to be started prior to diagnostic confirmation. We outline the management of the following conditions that may present acutely: Thyroid emergencies - Myxoedema coma - Thyroid Storm Pituitary apoplexy Phaeochromocytoma crisis Acute adrenocortical insufficiency.