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On physical examination she had an enlarged thyroid gland with a firm, bosselated texture. Serum TSH was markedly elevated and antithyroid peroxidase antibodies were positive. These results supported the clinical impression of hypothyroidism; also, the texture of her thyroid gland and a positive family history suggested an autoimmune etiological factor. She was referred to an endocrinologist; however, before beginning treatment she died suddenly from a ruptured berry aneurysm.
 
On physical examination she had an enlarged thyroid gland with a firm, bosselated texture. Serum TSH was markedly elevated and antithyroid peroxidase antibodies were positive. These results supported the clinical impression of hypothyroidism; also, the texture of her thyroid gland and a positive family history suggested an autoimmune etiological factor. She was referred to an endocrinologist; however, before beginning treatment she died suddenly from a ruptured berry aneurysm.
 
== Autopsy Findings ==
 
At autopsy, significant subarachnoid hemorrhage from the ruptured berry aneurysm was documented. In addition, the thyroid gland was mildly enlarged and firm. On cut section the tissue was slightly pale.
 
  
 
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Revision as of 23:19, 8 July 2020

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This was a 49-year-old woman who complained of tiredness and difficulty concentrating. She had gained weight over the last year and despite warm weather, she felt chilled without a sweater. Family history was significant for hypothyroidism in her mother and older sister.

On physical examination she had an enlarged thyroid gland with a firm, bosselated texture. Serum TSH was markedly elevated and antithyroid peroxidase antibodies were positive. These results supported the clinical impression of hypothyroidism; also, the texture of her thyroid gland and a positive family history suggested an autoimmune etiological factor. She was referred to an endocrinologist; however, before beginning treatment she died suddenly from a ruptured berry aneurysm.

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Bosselated means covered with rounded protuberances.

Autoimmune disorders involve an immune response directed at the host's own cells.

A berry aneurysm is a small saccular arterial aneurysm usually found at a vessel junction in the circle of Willis. These aneurysms frequently rupture, causing a subarachnoid hemorrhage.