Hypocalcemic seizure attack as a complication of thyroidectomy (case report)

One of the causes for the seizure syndrome is hypocalcemia due to hypoparathyroidism. Hypoparathyroidism often develops after thyroidectomy. Due to a decrease in the level of parathyroid hormone in the blood, calcium homeostasis in the body is disrupted, which is accompanied by increased neuromuscular excitability and the development of convulsive syndrome. Clinical manifestations of hypocalcemia can also be manifested by laryngospasm and bronchospasm, dysphagia, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, vegetative symptoms, trophic disorders. This article presents a clinical case of postoperative hypoparathyroidism after thyroidectomy with manifestations of hypocalcemic seizures.