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Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics
Medknow Publications on behalf of the Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
ISSN: 0973-1482 EISSN: 0973-1482
Vol. 5, No. 1, 2009, pp. 46-48
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Bioline Code: cr09011
Full paper language: English
Document type: Case Report
Document available free of charge
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Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics, Vol. 5, No. 1, 2009, pp. 46-48
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Hypercalcemia and Treated Breast Cancers: The Diagnostic Dilemma
Rao, Vishal; Chaukar, Devendra & D'Cruz, Anil K.
Abstract
The relationship of hypercalcemia with cancer is well described in the literature. Breast cancer is the commonest malignancy associated with hypercalcemia; the detection of hypercalcemia in these patients usually signifies metastatic disease and is associated with a poor prognosis. However, the treating oncologist should keep in mind that a strong correlation exists between breast cancer and primary hyperparathyroidism. We present a case of a patient of treated breast cancer who, in the absence of metastatic bone disease, developed hypercalcemia due to hyperparathyroidism secondary to a parathyroid adenoma.
Keywords
Breast cancer, hypercalcemia, differential diagnosis
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