Optimizing Outcomes in Hypoparathyroidism: A New Era in Treatment Approaches - Episode 3
Acute and Long-Term Complications of Hypoparathyroidism
In ‘Acute and Long-Term Complications of Hypoparathyroidism,’ our panel delves into the potential renal, neuromuscular, cognitive, and bone complications that impact patients. Led by the moderator, Dr. Kohlmeier, the expert panel, Dr. Rubin, Dr. Warren, and Dr. Al-Dallal, examines the following critical questions: 1. How is hypoparathyroidism diagnosed? 2. What are the key challenges in both diagnosing and monitoring patients with hypoparathyroidism? Throughout the conversation, the experts provide a comprehensive reflection on the field and the factors that may shape how clinicians approach care moving forward. The next episode in this series, ‘Acute and Long-Term Complications of Hypoparathyroidism,’ features the panelists advancing their conversation on hypoparathyroidism and focusing on the potential renal, neuromuscular, cognitive, and bone complications that impact patients.
In ‘Acute and Long-Term Complications of Hypoparathyroidism,’ our panel delves into the potential renal, neuromuscular, cognitive, and bone complications that impact patients.
Led by the moderator, Dr. Kohlmeier, the expert endocrinologists, Dr. Rubin, Dr. Warren, and Dr. Al-Dallal, examine the following critical questions:
- What are some of the potential renal, neuromuscular, and cognitive manifestations and complications of hypoparathyroidism, both acutely and over time?
- What changes occur in bone with hypoparathyroidism?
The discussion highlights renal calcifications, nephrocalcinosis, muscle cramps, tetany, paresthesias, memory deficits, and mood changes, while also describing increased bone mineral density yet impaired turnover that predisposes to atypical fractures. Throughout the conversation, the experts provide a comprehensive reflection on the field and the factors that may shape how clinicians approach care moving forward.
Our next episode, ‘Quality of Life Impact in Hypoparathyroidism,’ further explores hypoparathyroidism, highlighting patients’ quality of life and strategies for patients to communicate their symptoms to their providers.
