Some people with hyperparathyroidism may notice weight gain or weight loss. These changes may occur due to factors like underlying medical conditions or appetite changes. Hyperparathyroidism is ...
Parathyroid hormone (PTH) measurement is a critical diagnostic tool in the management of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and its associated mineral and bone disorders. Accurate quantification of PTH is ...
A new study jointly led by the School of Clinical Medicine at the LKS Faculty of Medicine, of the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed), has found that surgical removal of ...
A recent health study has shed new light on how body weight may affect the benefits of vitamin D supplements. The research was part of a larger project known as the Vitamin D and Omega-3 Trial (VITAL) ...
A new study jointly led by the School of Clinical Medicine at the LKS Faculty of Medicine, of the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed), has found that surgical removal of ...
Medically reviewed by Patricia Mikula, PharmD Key Takeaways Calcium supplements may slightly lower blood pressure.It does this by supporting blood vessel function and by reducing parathyroid hormone ...
HKUMed researchers find a significant association between PHPT and the risk of developing diabetes. Pictured (from right) are Dr Matrix Fung Man-him, Dr David Lui Tak-wai, Dr Liu Xiaodong, Professor ...
- 80% of post-surgical hypoparathyroidism participants achieved concomitant blood and 24-hour urine calcium in the normal reference range within 5 days of encaleret treatment initiation compared to 0% ...