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Hyperparathyroidism with hypercalcaemia in chronic kidney disease: primary or tertiary?
Hyperparathyroidism with hypercalcaemia in chronic kidney disease: primary or tertiary? NDT plus Lunn, M. R., Muñoz Mendoza, J., Pasche, L. J., Norton, J. A., Ayco, A. L., Chertow, G. M. 2010; 3 (4): 366-371Abstract
Objective . This study aims to highlight the challenges in the diagnosis of hyperparathyroidism (HPT) in patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD). Methods . In this report, we describe a middle-aged Filipino gentleman with underlying CKD who presented with intractable nausea, vomiting, severe and medically refractory hypercalcaemia and parathyroid hormone (PTH) concentrations in excess of 2400 pg/mL. The underlying pathophysiology as well as the aetiologies and current relevant literature are discussed. We also suggest an appropriate diagnostic approach to identify and promptly treat patients with CKD, HPT and hypercalcaemia. Results . Evaluation confirmed the presence of a large parathyroid adenoma; HPT and hypercalcaemia resolved rapidly following resection. Conclusion . This case report is remarkable for its severe hypercalcaemia requiring haemodialysis, large adenoma size, acute-on-chronic kidney injury and markedly elevated PTH concentration in association with primary HPT in CKD.
View details for DOI 10.1093/ndtplus/sfq077
View details for PubMedID 25949433