ISSN: 2167-7948
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Ming-Ho Wu
Tainan Municipal Hospital,
670 Chung-Te Rd, Tainan, 701 ROC
People's Republic of China
Dr. Ming-Ho Wu is a renowned physician practicing at Tainan Municipal Hospital in Tainan, Taiwan. With a strong academic foundation, he completed his medical degree and specialized training at one of Taiwan's leading medical institutions. His clinical expertise spans multiple fields, with a focus on internal medicine, chronic disease management, and patient care optimization. Dr. Wu’s approach to healthcare is centered on providing comprehensive and personalized care for his patients, addressing not only their immediate medical needs but also considering long-term health outcomes. He is especially experienced in managing conditions such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and other metabolic disorders.
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Wu is actively involved in medical education, mentoring medical students, and residents. His commitment to advancing healthcare is also evident in his participation in research, particularly in the areas of internal medicine and patient care innovations. Dr. Wu has contributed to numerous publications aimed at improving medical practice in Taiwan and beyond. Through his work, Dr. Wu has built a reputation as a dedicated physician and educator, striving to enhance both the health and well-being of his patients and the broader medical community in Tainan. His commitment to excellence in clinical care continues to have a lasting impact in his field.
Case Report
Asphyxia Following Complete Thyrodiectomy in a Patient with Relapsed Grave’s Disease
Author(s): Han-Yun Wu and Ming-Ho Wu
Han-Yun Wu and Ming-Ho Wu
A rare complication of post-thyroidectomy asphyxia developed in a patient with relapsed Grave’s disease. Causes of the asphyxia were preoperative tracheal narrowing, previous thyroidectomy related diffuse oozing, and long-term use of Methimazole resulting in thrombocytopenia. The patient was successfully resuscitated by removal of neck stitches and endotracheal intubation.
The incidence of bleeding after thyroid surgery is low (1.48%). Some risk factors including grave’s disease, bilateral operation, and previous thyroid surgery etc. were identified in a systemic review [1]. Delayed oozing is potentially life-threatening. We describe a rare complication of asphyxia following complete thyroidectomy in a patient with relapsed Grave’s disease.
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DOI:
10.4172/2167-7948.1000220