Ectopic Calcification as Discernible Manifestation in Neonates with Pseudohypoparathyroidism Type 1a
The diagnosis of pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1a (PHP1a) is challenging, because both the osteodystrophy, such as brachydactyly and round face, and the symptomatic hypocalcemia usually develop beyond infancy. Although ectopic calcification may be an early sign of PHP1a, there are no systematic revi...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2009-01-01
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Series: | International Journal of Endocrinology |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2009/931057 |