Effect of Beta-Adrenergic Blockade and Definitive Therapy on CognitiveDysfunction in Thyrotoxicosis

摘要

Standard physical profiles given to soldiers with thyrotoxicosis do not informthe command structure that the soldier may well have difficulty learning, concentrating on important decisions, and functioning in a command role. As a consequence, important command and control decisions are made by a soldier who may not be psychologically performing at her highest level. Our objective was to determine if beta-adrenergic blockade would significantly improve the cognitive dysfunction associated with thyrotoxicosis.