Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
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Complications
"Tertiary hyperparathyroidism" may occur in some patients with kidney failure. In these cases, hypercalcemia (elevated levels of calcium) may develop with calcium supplementation, and surgery on the parathyroids may become necessary.
Renal osteodystrophy is another potential complication. This is a variable syndrome comprised of osteomalacia, osteoporosis, secondary hyperparathyroidism, or osteosclerosis. Bone pain, weakness, and fractures are part of the syndrome.
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