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Hypercalcaemia due to parathyroid adenoma and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. A case report
Insights
This case study highlights a patient with hypercalcaemia from a parathyroid adenoma and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). The findings suggest a potentially stronger link between these conditions than mere chance would predict.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Cardiology
- Oncology
Background:
- Hypercalcaemia is a common metabolic disturbance.
- Parathyroid adenomas are a frequent cause of hypercalcaemia.
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a significant cardiac condition.
Abstract:
A patient with hypercalcaemia due to a parathyroid adenoma, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is described. Although both conditions are common, it is suggested that the association between HCM and parathyroid hypercalcaemia may be more frequent than is accounted for by coincidence.