A Rare Ectopic Parathyroid Adenoma in the Prevertebral Space.
Am Surg
; 90(7): 1919-1921, 2024 Jul.
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ABSTRACT
Ectopic parathyroid adenomas are an uncommon etiology of primary hyperparathyroidism. We present a case of a patient admitted to the hospital with severe hypercalcemia and elevated parathyroid hormone levels, in whom imaging revealed two distinct parathyroid masses in the prevertebral space, representing a rare and atypical location for parathyroid tissue. This case highlights the importance of considering ectopic parathyroid adenomas as a potential cause of hyperparathyroidism and discusses the diagnostic challenges and management strategies associated with such cases.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Neoplasias de las Paratiroides
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Adenoma
Límite:
Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Am Surg
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos