Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) is a prevalent endocrinopathy typically identified through biochemical testing. PHPT is characterized by hypercalcemia accompanied by increased or inappropriately normal plasma parathyroid hormone (PTH) concentrations. Preoperative imaging is conducted when surgery is indicated to pinpoint parathyroid adenomas. MIBI scintigraphy is highly specific and sensitive in diagnosing PHPT, with a higher adenoma detection rate demonstrate...