Bilateral Genu Valgum in an Adolescent with Primary Hyperparathyroidism: A Case Report and Review of Literature

J ASEAN Fed Endocr Soc. 2020;35(2):220-223. doi: 10.15605/jafes.035.02.07. Epub 2020 Nov 29.

Abstract

Primary hyperparathyroidism in children and adolescents is rare and often symptomatic at presentation. A 15-year-old bo presented with bilateral genu valgum for two years. Biochemical results were consistent with primary hyperparathyroidism Calcium levels normalized two months after removal of a left inferior parathyroid adenoma.

Keywords: adolescent; genu valgum; parathyroid neoplasms; primary hyperparathyroidism.

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  • Case Reports