Abstract:IntroductionPrimary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) is an unusual childhood disease characterized by an excessive secretion of parathyroid hormone (PTH). Its presentation may consist of nonspecific symptoms. Consequently, physicians have trouble diagnosing the disease as they fail to check the level of calcium or PTH.AimTo describe a case of a paediatric patient with primary hyperparathyroidism, who was successfully diagnosed and treated.Case studyA 14-year-old boy was admitted to the Paediatric Department with sus… Show more
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