ea0037ep264 | Calcium and Vitamin D metabolism | ECE2015
Gianotti Laura
, Castellano Elena
, Tassone Francesco
, Pellegrino Micaela
, Ghio Michela
, Racca Anna
, Borretta Giorgio
Introduction: Reduction in bone mineral density (BMD) is a common feature in primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT), involving mostly cortical site. In the management of asymptomatic PHPT (aPHPT), guidelines indicate measuring BMD at lumbar spine, hip and forearm and surgery is recommended for patients with a T-score of −2.5 or less at one of these sites. However, BMD at forearm is not always performed.Aim: Our aim was to evaluate the impact o...