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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Parathyroid neoplasm | |||
| synonyms = Parathyroid tumor | |||
| field = [[Endocrinology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Hypercalcemia]], [[fatigue]], [[depression (mood)|depression]], [[bone pain]], [[kidney stones]] | |||
| complications = [[Osteoporosis]], [[kidney failure]], [[cardiovascular disease]] | |||
| onset = Typically in [[adulthood]] | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = [[Genetic mutations]], [[radiation exposure]] | |||
| risks = [[Multiple endocrine neoplasia]], [[familial isolated hyperparathyroidism]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Blood test|Blood tests]], [[imaging studies]], [[biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Hyperparathyroidism]], [[thyroid neoplasm]], [[metastatic cancer]] | |||
| treatment = [[Surgery]], [[medication]], [[radiation therapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Parathyroid neoplasm''' is a type of [[tumor]] or [[growth]] that develops in the [[parathyroid glands]]. These glands are small endocrine glands in the neck that produce [[parathyroid hormone]]. Most parathyroid neoplasms are benign ([[adenoma]]), but they can also be malignant ([[parathyroid carcinoma]]). | '''Parathyroid neoplasm''' is a type of [[tumor]] or [[growth]] that develops in the [[parathyroid glands]]. These glands are small endocrine glands in the neck that produce [[parathyroid hormone]]. Most parathyroid neoplasms are benign ([[adenoma]]), but they can also be malignant ([[parathyroid carcinoma]]). | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of parathyroid neoplasm is unknown. However, it is believed that certain genetic mutations may play a role. Exposure to radiation, especially in the neck area, may also increase the risk. | The exact cause of parathyroid neoplasm is unknown. However, it is believed that certain genetic mutations may play a role. Exposure to radiation, especially in the neck area, may also increase the risk. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Symptoms of parathyroid neoplasm can vary depending on the size and location of the tumor. Common symptoms include: | Symptoms of parathyroid neoplasm can vary depending on the size and location of the tumor. Common symptoms include: | ||
* [[Fatigue]] | * [[Fatigue]] | ||
* [[Depression]] | * [[Depression]] | ||
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* [[Nausea]] | * [[Nausea]] | ||
* [[Vomiting]] | * [[Vomiting]] | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of parathyroid neoplasm typically involves a physical examination, medical history, and various tests. These tests may include: | Diagnosis of parathyroid neoplasm typically involves a physical examination, medical history, and various tests. These tests may include: | ||
* [[Blood tests]] to measure levels of calcium and parathyroid hormone | * [[Blood tests]] to measure levels of calcium and parathyroid hormone | ||
* [[Ultrasound]] of the neck | * [[Ultrasound]] of the neck | ||
* [[Computed tomography (CT) scan]] | * [[Computed tomography (CT) scan]] | ||
* [[Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)]] | * [[Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)]] | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for parathyroid neoplasm depends on the size and location of the tumor, as well as the patient's overall health. Options may include: | Treatment for parathyroid neoplasm depends on the size and location of the tumor, as well as the patient's overall health. Options may include: | ||
* [[Surgery]] to remove the tumor | * [[Surgery]] to remove the tumor | ||
* [[Radiation therapy]] | * [[Radiation therapy]] | ||
* [[Chemotherapy]] | * [[Chemotherapy]] | ||
* [[Hormone therapy]] | * [[Hormone therapy]] | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for parathyroid neoplasm varies depending on the type and stage of the tumor, as well as the patient's overall health. However, with early detection and treatment, many people with parathyroid neoplasm can live a normal life. | The prognosis for parathyroid neoplasm varies depending on the type and stage of the tumor, as well as the patient's overall health. However, with early detection and treatment, many people with parathyroid neoplasm can live a normal life. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Endocrine system]] | * [[Endocrine system]] | ||
* [[Endocrine glands]] | * [[Endocrine glands]] | ||
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* [[Parathyroid adenoma]] | * [[Parathyroid adenoma]] | ||
* [[Parathyroid carcinoma]] | * [[Parathyroid carcinoma]] | ||
[[Category:Endocrine diseases]] | [[Category:Endocrine diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Neoplasms]] | [[Category:Neoplasms]] | ||
[[Category:Parathyroid disorders]] | [[Category:Parathyroid disorders]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 05:48, 4 April 2025
| Parathyroid neoplasm | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Parathyroid tumor |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Hypercalcemia, fatigue, depression, bone pain, kidney stones |
| Complications | Osteoporosis, kidney failure, cardiovascular disease |
| Onset | Typically in adulthood |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic mutations, radiation exposure |
| Risks | Multiple endocrine neoplasia, familial isolated hyperparathyroidism |
| Diagnosis | Blood tests, imaging studies, biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Hyperparathyroidism, thyroid neoplasm, metastatic cancer |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Surgery, medication, radiation therapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Parathyroid neoplasm is a type of tumor or growth that develops in the parathyroid glands. These glands are small endocrine glands in the neck that produce parathyroid hormone. Most parathyroid neoplasms are benign (adenoma), but they can also be malignant (parathyroid carcinoma).
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of parathyroid neoplasm is unknown. However, it is believed that certain genetic mutations may play a role. Exposure to radiation, especially in the neck area, may also increase the risk.
Symptoms[edit]
Symptoms of parathyroid neoplasm can vary depending on the size and location of the tumor. Common symptoms include:
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of parathyroid neoplasm typically involves a physical examination, medical history, and various tests. These tests may include:
- Blood tests to measure levels of calcium and parathyroid hormone
- Ultrasound of the neck
- Computed tomography (CT) scan
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for parathyroid neoplasm depends on the size and location of the tumor, as well as the patient's overall health. Options may include:
- Surgery to remove the tumor
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Hormone therapy
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for parathyroid neoplasm varies depending on the type and stage of the tumor, as well as the patient's overall health. However, with early detection and treatment, many people with parathyroid neoplasm can live a normal life.
