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MeSH Heading: Hyperparathyroidism
Tree Number(s): C19.642.355
Unique ID: D006961
RDF Unique Identifier: http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D006961
Annotation: general or unspecified; prefer specifics
Scope Note: A condition of abnormally elevated output of PARATHYROID HORMONE (or PTH) triggering responses that increase blood CALCIUM. It is characterized by HYPERCALCEMIA and BONE RESORPTION, eventually leading to bone diseases. PRIMARY HYPERPARATHYROIDISM is caused by parathyroid HYPERPLASIA or PARATHYROID NEOPLASMS. SECONDARY HYPERPARATHYROIDISM is increased PTH secretion in response to HYPOCALCEMIA, usually caused by chronic KIDNEY DISEASES.
NLM Classification #: WK 300
See Also: Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1; Osteitis Fibrosa Cystica
Date Established: 1966/01/01
Date of Entry: 1999/01/01
Revision Date: 2005/06/30

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