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Hypercalcemia in Pregnancy Caused by a Uterine Myoma.

Stephanie van der LeijDoenja Hertog
Published in: JCEM case reports (2024)
We present a case of a PTH-related peptide (PTH-rp) producing uterine myoma, leading to hypercalcemia in pregnancy. Our patient presented with dehydration, hypotension, delirium, and malnutrition. Due to a serum calcium level of 17.9 mg/dL (4.48 mmol/L) (reference range 8.8-11.2 mg/dL; 2.20-2.80 mmol/L), prompt treatment with hydration and calcitonin was initiated. The patient went into labor before we could consider other treatment options. Although uncommon in pregnancy, it is of great importance to identify hypercalcemia since it is related to a high risk of maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. Because bisphosphonates are contraindicated in pregnancy, hydration and calcitonin are the cornerstones of treatment for PTH-rp-induced hypercalcemia.
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