Parathyroidectomy – a set piece

by rcentor on March 16, 2010

This post is by request from a comment.

I have a very short set piece concerning the indications for parathyroidectomy.  There are 2 indications in Primary Hyperthyroidism – symptoms related to the hypercalcemia – "stones, groans, moans and broken bones" or significantly decreased bone density.

I leave secondary hyperparathyroidism decisions to the nephrologists – perhaps a nephrology reader can send me a paragraph to add to this post.

 

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Paul March 17, 2010 at 4:27 pm

I would also wonder when it’s best to be more proactive in order to PREVENT hyperparathyroid related osteoporosis.

Hildy March 19, 2010 at 10:26 pm

Thank you for putting this up.

Would you refer to an endocrine surgeon for someone who doesn’t have an indication by your list?

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