Recurrent sporadic parathyroid carcinoma in a 29-year-old Filipino female presenting with primary hyperparathyroidism: A case report and literature review.
- Author:
Eldimson BERMUDO
1
;
Jose Vicente BORJA II
1
;
Al-zamzam ABUBAKAR
1
Author Information
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords: Tumor Recurrence; Bone Pains; Pathologic Fractures; Case Report
- MeSH: Human; Parathyroid Neoplasms; Hyperparathyroidism; Fractures, Spontaneous; Philippines
- From: Philippine Journal of Pathology 2026;11(1):63-69
- CountryPhilippines
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Abstract:
Parathyroid carcinoma is a rare endocrine malignancy with an indolent course but a high risk of recurrence. Diagnosis remains challenging, requiring integration of clinical, biochemical, radiologic, and histopathologic findings. We report a young patient presenting with primary hyperparathyroidism complicated by multiple pathologic fractures and chronic renal failure. Despite initial surgical and medical management, late aggressive recurrence occurred, resulting in significant systemic complications. This case highlights the need for vigilant long-term surveillance and improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.
