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Importance of understanding a diagnostic-treatment algorithm for primary hyperparathyroidism-induced acute
Kenya Kamimura1,2, Shuji Terai3
1Department of General Medicine, Niigata University, Niigata 9518510, Japan.
Abstract:
In this article, we have commented on the article by Augustin et al. The authors presented a systematic review of the diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes of primary hyperparathyroidism-induced acute pancreatitis in pregnant women. Since acute pancreatitis during pregnancy could cause maternal as well as fetal adverse outcomes, understanding this pathology is essential. Although there are various etiologies of acute pancreatitis during pregnancy, primary hyperparathyroidism is one of the causes that complicate hypercalcemia. Along with conventional treatment for acute pancreatitis, parathyroidectomy can effectively normalize calcium levels and improve acute pancreatitis. Augustin et al have provided vital information that can enable physicians to understand and treat hyperparathyroidism-induced acute pancreatitis in pregnant women, which could contribute to better maternal and fetal outcomes. In addition, since primary hyperparathyroidism is associated with multiple endocrine neoplasia, further consideration regarding screening for multiple endocrine neoplasia might lead to better prognoses.
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