DISCUSSION
Both of the studied patients had thyroid manifestations along with
COVID-19. However, despite the administration of the proper treatment
for the thyroid storm and improvement of their symptoms, one of them
eventually developed respiratory symptoms of cytokine release syndrome
and died. It must be noted that the manifestations of COVID-19 and
thyroid storm together make a much worse prognosis for the patient.
However, in previous studies, there was no evidence of thyroid storm. It
must be noted that thyroid storm is a clinical diagnosis that can be
confirmed by diagnostic criteria of Burch et al.5. Prompt diagnosis of
thyroid storm is essential for the reduction of its mortality and
morbidity. It is very important to consider the unknown aspects of
COVID-19 disease for proper diagnosis and treatment.
CONFLICT OF INTERESTThe authors have no conflict of interest to declare.