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HYPERCALCEMIA

Hypercalcemia

How to pinpoint the cause and customize treatment

Pages 153-160 | Published online: 05 Dec 2017
 

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An elevated serum calcium level requires thorough investigation. Is hyperparathyroidism at the root of the abnormality? Malignant disease? Vitamin toxicity? In this article, Dr Kaye discusses clinical evaluation of hypercalcemia and outlines pharmacologic therapy, surgical intervention, and other treatment options that help to restore normocalcemia.

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Todd B. Kaye

Todd B. Kaye, MD Dr Kaye is staff physician, section of endocrinology and metabolism, Lahey Clinic Medical Center, Burlington, Massachusetts.

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