Newly diagnosed primary hypothyroidism applicant with massive pericardial effusion and acute renal failure

Abstract

Objective. While non-symptomatic pericardial effusion is seen in primary hypothyroidism, massive pericardial effusion is a very rare finding. In the literature, newly diagnosed primary hypothyroidism cases presenting with massive pericardial effusion or acute renal failure are present, but we did not encounter any case first presenting with combination of two signs. In this case report, primary hypothyroidism case that presenting with massive pericardial effusion and acute renal failure will be discussed.

Keywords

• acute renal failure
• pericardial effusion
• primary hypothyroidism