Copley JB, Wüthrich RP. Therapeutic management of post-kidney transplant hyperparathyroidism.Clin Transplant 2010 DOI: 10.1111/j.1399-0012.2010.01287.x.© 2010 John Wiley & Sons A/S.Abstract: Left uncontrolled, persistent post-kidney transplant hyperparathyroidism (HPT) may lead to or exacerbate pre-existing bone and cardiovascular disease. Parathyroidectomy has long been the primary treatment option for long-term uncontrolled HPT in post-kidney transplant patients. However, patients with contraindications for surgery and parathyroidectomy-associated complications, including graft loss, highlight the need for other approaches. Conventional medical therapies have limited impact on serum calcium (Ca) and parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels. Bisphosphonates and calcitonin, used to spare bone lo…

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Therapeutic management of post-kidney transplant hyperparathyroidism