Therapy of Hypoparathyroidism by Replacement with Parathyroid Hormone

Hypoparathyroidism (HypoPT) is a state of hypocalcemia due to inappropriate low levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH). HypoPT is normally treated by calcium supplements and activated vitamin D analogues. Although plasma calcium is normalized in response to conventional therapy, quality of life (QoL) s...

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Main Authors: Lars Rejnmark, Line Underbjerg, Tanja Sikjaer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2014-01-01
Series:Scientifica
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/765629