Endocrine Abstracts

Aims and MethodsBone density (BMD) measurement is essential to assess the skeletal impact of primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT). Coexistent osteoporosis is one of the criteria to consider parathyroidectomy in PHPT. PHPT is associated with predominant bone loss at the wrist. Assessment of BMD at this site is important to identify all patients with osteoporosis. Repeat BMDmeasurements are imperative to assess progression of disease, response to treatment a...