Search for dissertations about: "Patricia Sandqvist"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words Patricia Sandqvist.

2. 1. Preoperative localisation of parathyroid adenoma in primary hyperparathyroidism using 99mTc-sestamibi SPECT/CT : an evolving scanning protocol

   Author : Patricia Sandqvist; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Primary hyperparathyroidism (pHPT) is caused by one or more hyperfunctional parathyroid gland causing an inappropriately high release of parathyroid hormone (PTH) in relation to the calcium concentration in the blood. PTH acts on the bones to release more calcium and on the kidneys to reabsorb calcium, causing hypercalcemia. READ MORE