This page covers the clinical scenario of primary hyperparathyroidism diagnosed during pregnancy when the condition is mild and total serum calcium remains below 2.7 mmol/L. The approach in this setting differs meaningfully from that used outside of pregnancy.
Pregnant patient with mild primary hyperparathyroidism. Serum calcium is below 2.7 mmol/L, placing this presentation in the mild category where the balance of intervention risk — for both mother and fetus — shapes management decisions.
In this scenario, a non-operative medical management strategy is applied — the complete protocol, including all specific measures and monitoring considerations, is available via the full regimen below.
DOI: 10.1111/cen.14659
In pregnant women, mild cases (serum calcium <2.7 mmol/L) may be managed non-operatively.
Medical management in pregnancy includes adequate hydration, avoidance of exacerbating factors including calcium supplementation, and monitoring of the calcium level, and maternal and fetal wellbeing.
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