Endocrine and metabolic emergencies: hypercalcaemia #MMPMID23148166
Carroll R; Matfin G
Ther Adv Endocrinol Metab 2010[Oct]; 1 (5): 225-34 PMID23148166show ga
Hypercalcaemia is commonly seen in the context of parathyroid dysfunction and malignancy and, when severe, can precipitate Life-threatening sequelae. The differential of hypercalcaemia is broad and can be categorized based on parathyroid hormone (PTH) Levels. The acute management of severe hypercalcaemia is discussed along with a brief review of therapeutic advances in the field.