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• TITLE: Parathyroid Embryology, Anatomy, and Pathophysiology of Primary Hyperparathyroidism

  AUTHORS: Rodrigo Arrangoiz, Fernando Cordera, David Caba, Manuel Muñoz Juárez, Eduardo Moreno, Enrique Luque

  KEYWORDS: Parathyroid Anatomy, Parathyroid Histology, Parathyroid Pathophysiology

  JOURNAL NAME: International Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, Vol.6 No.4, July 27, 2017

  ABSTRACT: Unregulated overproduction of parathyroid hormone (PTH) from an abnormal parathyroid gland is the origin of primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT). Patients who have an elevated serum calcium concentration have a problem in one or more of their parathyroid glands. To understand this disease state adequately and provide appropriate treatment, a thorough understanding of parathyroid embryology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology is essential. In this manuscript, we review our current understanding of parathyroid gland embryology, anatomy, histology, physiology, and pathophysiology.