Primary hyperparathyroidsm, amyloid and multiple myeloma: an unusual association.
We report the case of a 76-year-old woman with a diagnosis of Primary Hyperparathyroidsm and Systemic Amyloidosis, in whom subsequent investigations revealed the presence of Multiple Myeloma. We discuss the relationship between these conditions and the implications for management.
Pest
E P
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Department of Gastroenterology, Glasgow Royal Infirmary.
McQuaker
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G
Hunter
J A
JA
Moffat
D
D
Stanley
A J
AJ
D000368:Aged; D000686:Amyloidosis / Q000150:complications*; D003967:Diarrhea / Q000209:etiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006934:Hypercalcemia / Q000209:etiology; D006961:Hyperparathyroidism / Q000150:complications* / Q000601:surgery; D009101:Multiple Myeloma / Q000150:complications* / Q000188:drug therapy; D015431:Weight Loss