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Severe Hypercalcemia as Presentation of Atypical Cystic Parathyroid Adenoma: A Case Report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Because of their similarities with parathyroid carcinomas, atypical parathyroid adenomas constitute a challenge for pathologists. The diagnosis of this kind of parathyroid tumor also can be difficult for clinicians because of the low accuracy of imaging techniques such as scintigraphy with technetium (Tc)-99m-sestamibi or ultrasonography of the neck, severe hypercalcemia, and high serum levels of intact parathyroid hormone. We present an unusual case of hyperparathyroidism caused by an atypical cystic parathyroid adenoma with hypercalcemia and negative scintigraphy that required dialysis and presented with several postoperative complications. The clinical presentation may have indicated a parathyroid carcinoma; however, a histopathologic diagnosis was key to the diagnosis.

Source: Annals of Internal Medicine Clinical Cases

DOI: 10.7326/aimcc.2023.1333

Authors: Paola G. Donoso Naranjo, Macarena Naranjo Arellano, Esteban Castillo Sánchez-Heredero, Isabel Martín Garrido

Institution: Hospital Universitario Virgen del Rocío

Language: English

Topic: Parathyroid Disorders and Treatments

Subfield: Nephrology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4402183284

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