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Outcome of Primary Hyperparathyroidism: Retrospective Tertiary Center Experience From Basrah, Iraq
Suha M Abdul Khaleq1, Hussein A Nwayyir1, Abbas A Mansour1
1Diabetes and Endocrinology, Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC) University of Basrah, Basrah, IRQ.
Background:
Primary hyperparathyroidism is regarded as a common endocrine disorder that is biochemically identified and could be symptomatic or asymptomatic. A detailed history and a thorough evaluation with regular follow-ups are required until a definite diagnosis is made. The study aims to evaluate the characteristics of patients and the performance of a tertiary endocrine center in managing the disease in Basrah, Iraq.
Material And Methods:
A retrospective study was conducted at the Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine, and Metabolism Center in Basrah, southern Iraq, on 106 patients diagnosed with primary hyperparathyroidism between 2012 and 2023. The patients' general characteristics were assessed, and those who underwent parathyroidectomy were evaluated post-surgery, and the cure rate was determined.
Results:
The mean age of presentation was 47.5 ± 14.6 years, with a median of 50 years. The highest occurrence is in the sixth decade. Females comprised 79 (75%) of the patients, and the female-to-male ratio was 3:1. Symptomatic patients were 84 (90%), 30 (70%) of the patients had nephrolithiasis, and 52 (68%) had osteoporosis. The cure rate was 15 (83%).
Conclusion:
In our single-center study, the frequency of primary hyperparathyroidism has increased with time. The disease's highest occurrence was seen in the sixth decade. Females were substantially higher than males. Most patients were symptomatic. The cure rate was 83%.
