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Idiopathic hypoparathyroidism mimicking ankylosing spondylitis: a case report.

Authors :
Illeez Memetoglu O.
Unlu Ozkan F.
Taraktas A.
Aktas I.
Nazikoglu C.
Source :
Acta Reumatológica Portuguesa; Jan-Mar2016, Vol. 41 Issue 1, p82-85, 4p
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

Idiopathic hypoparathyroidism, due to an inadequate secretion of parathyroid hormone of unknown etiology, may mimic ankylosing spondylitis both clinically and radiologically. Spinal complaints may be the first sign of this endocrinological disorder. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0303464X
Volume :
41
Issue :
1
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Acta Reumatológica Portuguesa
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
114322225