ea0073aep129 | Calcium and Bone | ECE2021
Elika Svobodová
, Rehorkova Pavla
, Vcelak Josef
, Moravcova Jitka
, Havlinova Barbora
, Gabalec Filip
, Cap Jan
ObjectivePrimary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) is a common endocrine disorder affecting 2% of the population aged 55 years or older. Primary hyperparathyroidism is due to parathyroid adenoma in about 85% of cases, parathyroid hyperplasia in about 15% of cases, and parathyroid carcinoma in less than 1% of cases. Familial parathyroid disorders are responsible for 10% of the PHPT cases and include among other disorders caused by parafibromin malfunction. Paraf...