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ea0090p43 | Calcium and Bone | ECE2023

Primary hyperparathyroidism in an adolescent presenting with genu valgus progressing to extensive bone disease; a case report

Lakshitha de Silva Nipun , Denagama Jayalath Mihiran , W. K. Chaminda Sampath , Perera Ranga , Karunathilake Chandana

Background: Primary hyperparathyroidism which is rare in adolescents presents commonly with non-specific symptoms and systemic complaints. Though there are few reported cases of genu valgus, progression to extensive bone disease with fractures has not been commonly reported. Additionally, hypercalcaemia at the time of presentation was almost universal.Case presentation: A 12-year-old male had been evaluated for bilateral (left > right) genu valgus an...