Open AccessNodular hyperplasia of parathyroid gland in chronic kidney disease – A case report
Author(s) -
Dipti S Jadhav,
Sawant Smita A
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
indian journal of pathology and oncology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2394-6792
pISSN - 2394-6784
DOI - 10.18231/j.ijpo.2021.104
Subject(s) - medicine , parathyroid gland , hyperplasia , pathology , adenoma , hyperparathyroidism , parathyroid adenoma , primary hyperparathyroidism , tertiary hyperparathyroidism , secondary hyperparathyroidism , parathyroid hormone , calcium
Nodular hyperplasia of parathyroid gland is an advanced state commonly seen in a secondary and tertiary hyperparathyroidism. It shares similarities on histology with parathyroid adenoma creating a diagnostic dilemma. Adequate history, biochemical investigations and radiological studies majorly supports the accurate diagnosis. Identifying correct state of hyperparathyroidism is essential in a view of therapeutic management and its outcome.