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ea0032p279 | Clinical case reports - Thyroid / Others | ECE2013

Giant cell granuloma as initial presentation of primary hyperparathyroidism: a case report

Polat Sefika Burcak , Taskaldiran Isilay , Evranos Berna , Kilicaslan Aydan , Kaya Elif , Ersoy Reyhan , Cakir Bekir

Giant cell granuloma is a skeletal manifestation seen now rarely in hyperparathyroidism due to early recognition of the disease. Lesions usually occur in the areas of intense bone resorption. They can affect mandible, maxilla, clavicle, ribs and pelvic bones. Most of the patients who have primary hyperparathyroidism are asymptomatic and are discovered incidentally during laboratory examinations. Here, we represent a female patient who was referred to endocrinology clinics beca...