title: Hyperparathyroidism in pregnancy.
abstract: Primary hyperparathyroidism in pregnancy is uncommon and easily overlooked. It is associated with a complication rate of up to 80 per cent--mainly stillbirths, abortions and neonatal tetany. Surgical treatment during pregnancy offers the best chance for fetal and neonatal survival.
mesh_terms: D000236:Adenoma / Q000601:surgery; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006961:Hyperparathyroidism / Q000601:surgery*; D010280:Parathyroid Glands / Q000601:surgery; D010282:Parathyroid Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000601:surgery*