A case of idiopathic hypoparathyroidism presenting with spondyloarthropathy
Journal Title: Ege Tıp Dergisi - Year 2015, Vol 54, Issue 4
Abstract
Idiopathic hypoparathyroidism is a rarely seen endocrinopathy characterized by insufficient parathyroid hormone secrection. It is manifested by hypocalcemia, hyperphosphatemia and lower parathyroid hormone level. Widespread pain, postural dysfunction, limited range of motion of the vertebrae occur in cases of delayed diagnosis. Spondyloarthropathy-like radiographic changes occur due to periarticular, paraspinal, vertebral calcifications. In this case report we aimed to discuss a case of idiopathic hypoparathyroidism has asymptomatic hypocalcemia and spondyloarthropathy-like clinical findings.
Authors and Affiliations
Merve Bergin Korkmaz, Ayhan Aşkın, Seçil Demirdal, Korhan Bayram, Alev Gürgan, Hikmet Koçyiğit, Özlem Akan
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