Idiopathic hypoparathyroidism and pseudoparathyroidism: case reports and review of the literature

2 case of idiopathic hypoparathyroidism and 1 case of pseudohypoparathyroidism are reported. The rarity of these syndromes is stressed. The action of parathyroid hormone as applied to these conditions is briefly discussed, and the etiology, pathology, main clinical features, differential diagnosis and treatment of both types of hypoparathyroidism are reviewed (AU)