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hypoparathyroidism
etiology:
physical findings:
- tetany
- hypocalcemia + hyperphosphatemia
- normal/low alkaline phosphatase
xray findings:
- premature closing of epiphyses
- generalized increased bone density in 9%
- soft tissue abnormalities
- intracranial calcifications (basal ganglia, choroid plexus)
- calcification of spinal and other ligaments
- subcutaneous calcifications; ectopic bone formation
- ossification of muscle insertions
Yong H. Hahn, MD - 2 February 1995
Last updated: 1 October 2013
Copyright © 2013, Charles E. Kahn, Jr.
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