Generalities of Primary Hyperparathyroidism (PHPT)

  • Primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) is seen in:
    • 0.1% to 0.5% of the adult population
  • It is the most common cause of hypercalcemia (high calcium level) in the general population
  • It is about three to four times more common in women than men (3:1 to 4:1)
  • Patients are usually older, with an average age at presentation of 65 years (most cases are over 45 years)
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