#AACE2021: Top 20-Mild Forms of Hyperparathyroidism (Including Normocalcemic)

Mild Forms of Hyperparathyroidism (Including Normocalcemic) - What's an Endocrinologist To Do?

Video Transcription

Video Summary

The video transcript is a summary of a lecture given by Dr. Natalie Cusano on mild forms of hyperparathyroidism, specifically focusing on normal calcium levels. Dr. Cusano discusses the key points of her lecture, including whether most patients with primary hyperparathyroidism are asymptomatic, how to evaluate normal calcemic primary hyperparathyroidism, what medical management options are available, and who should be referred for parathyroid surgery. The lecture also covers the natural history of the disease, complications such as kidney stones and osteoporosis, and the use of medication and surgical approaches for management. Dr. Cusano emphasizes the need for individualized patient care and regular monitoring to assess symptoms, bone density, and other markers of disease progression. The lecture concludes with a discussion of incidental parathyroid nodules and recommendations for monitoring patients who are not undergoing surgery. Overall, the lecture provides a comprehensive overview of mild forms of hyperparathyroidism, including diagnostic criteria, management options, and potential complications. The video transcript acknowledges Dr. Cusano as the speaker and includes information about her background and credentials.

Asset Subtitle

Natalie Cusano, MD | Joanna Miragaya, MD, PhD, FACE

Keywords

mild hyperparathyroidism

normal calcium levels

primary hyperparathyroidism

asymptomatic patients

medical management options

parathyroid surgery

complications of hyperparathyroidism

individualized patient care

bone density

Dr. Natalie Cusano