Endocrine Abstracts

Primary hyperparathyroidism in pregnancy can be associated with serious complications. Maternal complications include, increased risk of pre-eclampsia/eclampsia, miscarriage, arrythmia during labour/delivery, and still/premature birth. Neonatal complications include risk of permanent hypoparathyroidism, tetany, seizures, hypotonia, low birth, weight and respiratory distress. Early part of second trimesters is the best time to operate, as risks of surgery and anaesthesia are mi...