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[Extensive intracerebral calcinosis in postoperative hypoparathyroidism]
1Katedry i Kliniki Neurologii AM we Wrocławiu.
Neurologia I Neurochirurgia Polska
|January 1, 1990
Summary
Extensive basal and cerebellar nuclei calcifications were observed in a patient with hypoparathyroidism following goitre surgery. This condition led to a progressive hyperkinetic syndrome and pyramidal signs.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Endocrinology
- Radiology
Background:
- Basal ganglia and cerebellar nuclei calcifications can present with diverse neurological symptoms.
- Hypoparathyroidism is a potential cause of neurological dysfunction and intracranial calcifications.