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  • Hypercalcemia affects up to 30% of cancer patients, particularly those with advanced malignancies.
  • It is frequently associated with a poor prognosis.
  • Common mechanisms include parathyroid hormone-related peptide, osteolytic cytokines, and excess vitamin D.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review cancers associated with hypercalcemia.
  • To explore proposed mechanisms of hypercalcemia in malignancy.
  • To discuss non-tumor-mediated causes and management strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on hypercalcemia in malignancy.
  • Analysis of proposed pathophysiological mechanisms.
  • Synthesis of diagnostic and treatment approaches.

Main Results:

  • Humoral hypercalcemia of malignancy (HHM) is the most common cause, driven by parathyroid hormone-related peptide.
  • Other malignancy-related mechanisms involve osteolytic cytokines and vitamin D.
  • Non-malignancy causes, like primary hyperparathyroidism, can coexist.

Conclusions:

  • Hypercalcemia in cancer patients requires careful evaluation to determine the underlying cause.
  • Understanding the mechanisms is crucial for effective diagnosis and treatment.
  • A comprehensive approach addressing both malignancy-related and independent causes is essential.