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[Hungry-bone syndrome: a nearly-forgotten disease]
1Medizinische Klinik, Kantonsspital Luzern.
Schweizerische Medizinische Wochenschrift
|December 28, 1996
Summary
A rare condition called hungry bone syndrome can cause severe, prolonged hypocalcemia after parathyroid surgery. This case highlights its uncommon bone imaging findings and high calcium needs.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Surgical Pathology
- Bone Metabolism
Background:
- Presents a case of a 68-year-old female with long-standing hyperparathyroidism caused by nodular hyperplasia of parathyroid glands.
- Highlights the rarity and underrecognition of hungry bone syndrome in clinical practice.
Observation:
- Post-parathyroidectomy, the patient experienced profound and prolonged hypocalcemia.
- Significant cystic bone lesions were noted in the patient.
Findings:
- Hungry bone syndrome is a rare differential diagnosis for postoperative hypocalcemia.
- Uncommon findings were observed in bone scintigraphy.
- The patient exhibited an unexpectedly high calcium requirement.
Implications:
- Emphasizes the importance of considering hungry bone syndrome in postoperative hypocalcemia cases.
- Underscores the need for awareness regarding its pathophysiology and clinical management.
- Suggests further investigation into the diagnostic utility of bone scintigraphy for this syndrome.