Myxoedema coma is a serious condition resulting from severe hypothyroidism, leading to multiple organ dysfunction, altered consciousness, and low body temperature, with high mortality rates if not treated early.
A case study highlighted a 66-year-old man who presented with severe symptoms and was later diagnosed with myxoedema coma and laryngeal swelling, requiring intubation and tracheostomy to manage respiratory failure.
Despite the challenges posed by the supraglottic swelling, the patient improved and was treated successfully with oral thyroid medication, demonstrating that this condition can sometimes be managed without invasive procedures.