hypoparathyroidism

hy·po·para·thy·roid·ism | \ ˌhī-pō-ˌper-ə-ˈthī-ˌrȯi-ˌdi-zəm

, -ˌpa-rə- \

Definition of hypoparathyroidism

: deficiency of parathyroid hormone in the body also : the resultant abnormal state marked by low serum calcium and a tendency to chronic tetany

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Recent Examples on the Web The episode began early last month when the drug maker pulled Natpara, which was approved four years ago to treat hypoparathyroidism, a rare endocrine disorder that can lead to heart failure and death. — Ed Silverman, STAT, "Sanders, other lawmakers say FDA is not being transparent about Takeda’s recall of lifesaving drug," 18 Oct. 2019

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“Hypoparathyroidism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hypoparathyroidism. Accessed 4 Jul. 2020.

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