Question

A 46-year-old patient with hyperparathyroidism has high calcium levels, bone pain, and kidney stones. The parathyroid hormone level is elevated. Which is the definitive management?

Accepted Answer

Parathyroidectomy

Answer

Oral bisphosphonates

Answer

Cinacalcet therapy

Answer

High fluid intake and observation

Answer

Vitamin D supplementation

Practice question

A 46-year-old patient with hyperparathyroidism has high calcium levels, bone pain, and kidney stones. The parathyroid hormone level is elevated. Which is the definitive management?