Gigantic mammary hyperplasia in pregnancy associated with pseudohyperparathyroidism.
This is the first report of hypercalcemia due to benign gigantic mammary hyperplasia in a pregnant women. Endocrinologic examinations did not disclose any known cause for the symptomatic hypercalcemia. Bilateral total mastectomy decreased the serum calcium level to normal. The case is presented with discussion and a literature review.
Jackson
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Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Southfield, Mich.
Saleh
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van Heerden
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D000328:Adult; D001940:Breast / Q000473:pathology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006934:Hypercalcemia / Q000150:complications*; D006961:Hyperparathyroidism / Q000150:complications*; D006965:Hyperplasia; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000473:pathology*