Hypercalcemia pathophysiology & treatment /

Hypercalcemia is a relatively common disorder, which requires specific treatment in order to control symptoms and prevent the development of organ damage. Primary hyperparathyroidism and malignancy are responsible for most cases of hypercalcemia, and treatment has therefore been focused towards thes...

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Main Author: Lumachi, Franco
Other Authors: Basso, Stefano M. M.
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] : Bentham e Books, [2010]
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Summary:Hypercalcemia is a relatively common disorder, which requires specific treatment in order to control symptoms and prevent the development of organ damage. Primary hyperparathyroidism and malignancy are responsible for most cases of hypercalcemia, and treatment has therefore been focused towards these two areas. The aim of this book is to present updated knowledge on hypercalcemia, its association with renal disorders, and benign and malignant diseases, diagnostic methodologies, as well as surgical and medical treatment. Insights into the etiology, pathogenesis and pathophysiology of hypercalcem.
Physical Description:1 online resource (vi, 105 pages) : illustrations
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781608051076
1608051072
Source of Description, Etc. Note:Print version record.