Secondary Hyperparathyroidism

Abnormally elevated PARATHYROID HORMONE secretion as a response to HYPOCALCEMIA. It is caused by chronic KIDNEY FAILURE or other abnormalities in the controls of bone and mineral metabolism, leading to various BONE DISEASES, such as RENAL OSTEODYSTROPHY.

Also Known As:

Hyperparathyroidism, Secondary; Hyperparathyroidisms, Secondary; Secondary Hyperparathyroidisms

Endocrine System Diseases: 996
- Parathyroid Diseases: 241
  - Hyperparathyroidism: 4941
    - Secondary Hyperparathyroidism: 4874

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